Job Description

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

NOW 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

CURRENT SPECIAL ED PARAPROFESSIONAL NEEDS for the '25-'26 School Year:

ELEMENTARY:

• Hillside Elementary School
• (1) Learning Support / Autistic Support Para
• Fairview Intermediate School
• (1) Emotional Support Para
• (1) Learning Support Para
• Old Trail Intermediate School
• (1) Multiple Disabilities Support Para
• Red Mill Elementary School
• (1) Learning Support Para
• Rossmoyne Elementary School
• (2) Autistic Support Para
• Washington Heights Elementary School
• (1) Autistic Support Para

SECONDARY:

• Allen Middle School
• (1) Emotional Support Para
• Crossroads Middle School
• (1) Multiple Disabilities Support Para
• Cedar Cliff High School
• (1) Learning Support Para
• (2) Life Skills Para
• (1) Non-paid Work Experience Para
• Red Land High School
• (1) Learning Support Para
• (1) Non-paid Work Experience Para
• (1) Autistic Support Para

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly support students at the direction of building Principals and classroom teacher
• Provide instructional, behavioral and/or physical assistance students - including, but not limited to: the use of assistive technology, on-task prompting, facilitating social skills, toileting and self-care skills
• Work with students on organizational skills, guide students in activities, monitor student progress

Requirements

EDUCATION / EXPRIENCE:

• High school diploma and completion of Paraprofessional competency training OR
• Two-years of post secondary education (48 college credits) OR
• Associates or higher - preferred
• Prior public-school experience and/or working with school-aged children in a licensed, certified, or registered provider setting - preferred

CREDENTIALING :

(Clearances current within 12 months)

• PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
• PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
• PA Department of Education FBI – Use code 1KG6XN
• TB Screening - current within 3 months
• Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official Transcripts
• * Paid clearances & TB screening!

Benefits

• Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
• Employer paid medical base plan!
• Employees scheduled for 20+ hours per week are eligible for dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits: Life insurance, short-term disability, accidental, critical illness, hospital indemnity, Norton Life Lock identity protection 
• 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 3% employer match
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition discounts through educational partnerships
• Milestone service awards
• Employee referral bonus
• Gift card raffle on pay-day Fridays
• Paid credential renewals

ABOUT CCRES:

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services is an organization of dedicated and highly-trained staff members who provide quality services to schools, children, adults, and families. We work collaboratively with school districts, intermediate units, and the behavioral health system.

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of CCRES is to ensure quality educational and human service programs for children, families, and schools. Through innovative partnerships, we provide human resources and grant opportunities.

APPLY TODAY FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION!

CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

(Updated 6/23/25, AK)

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