Day to Day Substitute Special Education Paraprofessional

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $16.50 Hourly

Paraprofessional Student Support (Special Education)

Job Summary:
Grade Point Resources is seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated Day to Day Substitute Paraprofessionals to provide one-on-one support to students with disabilities in the classroom setting. This position plays a vital role in helping students access their education and develop independence by supporting instructional, behavioral, and daily living needs under the guidance of certified teachers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized support to students with disabilities within the classroom environment
• Implement educational activities and behavior strategies as directed by the classroom teacher
• Supervise and assist students in completing academic tasks aligned with their Individualized Education Program (IEP)
• Accurately observe and record student data to support progress monitoring and instructional decisions
• Assist students with activities of daily living, as needed
• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive learning environment
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to school policies and procedures

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong ability to build rapport and work effectively with children
• Willingness to learn and implement instructional and behavioral management strategies
• Reliable, team-oriented, and motivated to help children succeed
• Must have or be willing to obtain:
  • PA Criminal Background Check
  • FBI Fingerprint Clearance
  • Child Abuse Clearance
  • TB test

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 6 months of experience working with children with special needs
• Ability to maintain a moderate to high level of physical activity
• Comfortable and willing to assist students withpersonal care tasks

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of students every day. Apply now to support inclusive education and help children achieve their potential.

About Grade Point Resources

Grade Point Resources is a special education staffing, programming, and consulting agency servicing communities throughout the Southwestern Pennsylvania region.

The mission of Grade Point Resources is to provide exceptional special education staff and programs for students with disabilities that promote positive social, emotional, behavioral and academic growth. Through our contracts with public, private and charter schools throughout the greater Pittsburgh region, we strive to utilize innovative approaches and evidence-based strategies to assist districts with maximizing their students potential.

Grade Point Resources is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.