Paraprofessional

Special Education Paraprofessional

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as Special Education Paraprofessional through our partnership with West Shore School District (WSSD)!

OFFERING PAID CREDENTIALS - Eliminating upfront costs for necessary clearances & TB screening!

SUMMARY:

• The hourly Paraprofessional pay rate to work on assignment in West Shore School District is $19 per hour
• The Paraprofessional position will work on all student days during the school calendar year, 6.5 OR 7 paid hours per day on full school days
• The Paraprofessional will support students individually or in small groups in one of the following areas: Autistic, Emotional, Instructional, Learning, and Life Skills

OPENINGS FOR '26-'27 SCHOOL YEAR:

ELEMENTARY:

• Newberry Elementary School
• Autistic Support Para (1) - 7 paid hours/day
• Hillside Elementary School
• Emotional Support Para (1) - 7 paid hours/day
• Fairview Intermediate School
• Emotional Support Para (1) - 7 paid hours/day
• Old Trail Intermediate School
• Learning Support Para (1) - 6.5 paid hours/day
• Rossmoyne Elementary School
• 1:1 Support (1) - 7 paid hours/day
• Washington Heights Elementary School (1)
• 1:1 Support (1) - 7 paid hours/day

SECONDARY:

• Crossroads Middle School
• Autistic Support Para (1) - 7 paid hours/day
• New Cumberland Middle School
• Autistic Support Para (1) - 7 paid hours/day
• Cedar Cliff High School
• Learning Support (2) - 6.5 paid hours/day
• Life Skills Support (1) - 7 paid hours/day
• Red Land High School
• Autistic Support Para (2) - 7 paid hours/day
• Learning Support Para (1) - 6.5 paid hours/day

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Paraprofessional, you will play a vital role in supporting students' academic, behavioral, social, and personal growth within the classroom and school environment. Responsibilities include:

• Provide instructional, behavioral, and/or physical support to individual students or small groups, including on-task prompting, social skills development, and self-care assistance.
• Support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans by implementing accommodations and strategies as directed.
• Reinforce learning concepts, classroom instruction, and skill development to help students achieve their educational goals.
• Work one-on-one or in small groups to provide targeted academic and behavioral support.
• Assist students in developing organizational, communication, problem-solving, and independent living skills.
• Guide students through classroom activities, monitor participation and progress, and provide feedback to instructional staff.
• Promote positive student behavior and help maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers, specialists, and school administrators to support student success.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, arrival/dismissal, transitions, and other non-instructional school activities.
• Foster positive relationships with students while encouraging independence, confidence, and social-emotional growth.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE:

You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by helping students build the skills, confidence, and support they need to succeed both academically and personally.