Special Education Para Professional in Hazleton, PA

Bring your passion for supporting students to a rewarding contract opportunity as a Paraprofessional at an elementary school near Hazleton, PA. In this full-time role, you’ll provide dedicated 1:1 assistance to a first-grade student with cerebral palsy. This position offers steady hours, a supportive school environment, and the chance to make a genuine difference each school day.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include feeding, changing, repositioning, and collaborating with teaching staff to help your student engage in classroom activities and learning objectives. Compassionate caregivers with school-based experience will feel right at home, and those with medical or nursing backgrounds will be especially valued.

Key Qualifications & Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience as a paraprofessional in a school setting
• Familiarity working 1:1 with students who have physical or medical needs
• Comfort with tasks such as feeding, changing, and mobility support (under 50 lbs)
• Nursing or medical experience is highly desirable
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to providing nurturing, patient care throughout the school day

Primary Responsibilities:

• Offer daily personal care and classroom assistance for a first-grade student with cerebral palsy
• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to facilitate student participation
• Support with feeding, changing, repositioning, and daily hygiene
• Accommodate flexible educational needs and adapt to routines as directed
• Maintain respectful and confidential relationships at school

This contract position starts as soon as possible and continues through June 4, 2027, following the academic calendar, Monday through Friday, from 8:10 am to 3:35 pm. Area candidates only—those living near Hazleton, PA.

Take the next step and apply today to make a positive and lasting impact in a student’s educational journey. Don’t miss this chance to share your skills and compassion!

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