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Position
Paraprofessional I: Instructional Assistant
(Job Description)
Location: TBD
Hours/Months: 6.5 hrs./10 mos. (Full Time) or 4 hrs./10 mos. (Part-Time)
Hourly Rate: $20.50
Effective Date: 2024-2025 School Year
Job Summary: To work under the direction of a certificated staff member to support and assist in providing instructional programs and services to students with disabilities in order to provide them with help and support needed to benefit from their Individualized Education Program (IEP). Services may be provided in a special education class, regular education class or other instructional setting.
Applicants must be Highly Qualified as defined by federal standards, which requires either two completed years of study at an institution of higher education, an associate’s (or higher) degree, or PDE Highly Qualified certification (Paraeducator Credential of Competency). CPR and First Aid certifications are required, however CPR and First Aid training can be provided.
Pennsbury School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry or any other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with State and Federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. Information relative to special accommodations, grievance procedure, and the designated responsible official for compliance with Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 may be obtained by contacting the School District.