Job Application for Paraprofessional ($20 per hour) at Chester Community Charter School

Established in 1998 with 97 students, CCCS has steadily increased to more than 4,000 students in grades K-8 across 12 state-of-the-art buildings on four campuses. The school is a true community success story that has transformed the lives of thousands of students and their families, while breathing life back into a city that was once one of Philadelphia’s most vibrant manufacturing suburbs.

$20 per hour; 29 Hours per week

Job Summary:

At Chester Community Charter School, we provide students with a vibrant learning experience in a welcoming environment, and our teachers rely on paraprofessionals to bring their best to the classroom every day. We’re searching for a qualified paraprofessional to join us in delivering the high-quality learning we’re known for. The ideal candidate has experience in this role and is flexible in adapting to the changing demands of a classroom. This person will work closely with an assigned student and provide support by working with students individual, assisting with behavior plans and materials, and documenting issues or concerns. In order to thrive in this role, the paraprofessional must be caring, compassionate, and committed to each student’s success.

Essential Functions:

Serve as a positive, nurturing guide for students
Model the school’s professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, staff, and community members
Supervise students in both instructional and assessment activities, in and out of the classroom
Participate in planning and training sessions with the Special Education team, communicating with parents and school officials when necessary
Attend to students’ physical, personal, academic, and emotional needs, aiding with language translation and hygiene when necessary; life skills
Organize classroom and teaching materials, and verify and track student attendance
Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, and photocopying; grade tests and homework; track student progress
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, parents, and staff

Minimum Requirements:

At least two years’ experience working with children with social/emotional and behavioral disabilities
De-escalation of students when they are in a heightened state of anger/aggression/task refusal
Remain with their student when they elope from the classroom or the building and utilize de-escalation techniques to allow for their return to the educational setting
Provide high levels of behavioral support within the classroom by monitoring student behaviors, consistent reinforcement of positive behaviors and correction of behaviors of concern
Provide and monitor frequent student breaks throughout the instructional day to ensure students time in the educational environment is optimized
Knowledge of the Chester Community Charter Schools curriculum, and special education program.
Thorough knowledge of Individualized Education Program (IEP), assessment, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004), State and federal policies and procedures related to special education.
The ability to work well with students with disabilities, teachers, administrators, and parents of students with disabilities.
Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check Clearance
Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance
FBI Criminal Background Clearance
TB Test and Pre-employment Physical

Required skills and qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Experience working with students both academically and personal care
Effective communication skills with adults and children
Understanding of basic principles of childhood development
Familiarity with educational software and willingness to learn new systems
Certification in first aid and CPR

Preferred skills and qualifications

Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in early childhood development or education
Experience with special-needs students

Note: CCCS has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.

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