Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Paraprofessional through our partnership with Unionville-Chadds Ford School District (UCFSD)! OFFERING PAID CREDENTIALS - Eliminating upfront costs for necessary clearances & TB screening!SUMMARY:The Special Education Paraprofessional pay rate to work on assignment in UCFSD is $18.54 per hour with 5 days of paid time off (PTO) each yearThe Special Education Paraprofessional will work on all student days during the school calendar year, 6.5 paid hours per day on full school days (with 1/2 hr unpaid lunch break)Special Education Paraprofessionals will support students in one of the following areas: Autistic, Emotional, Instructional, Learning, and Life Skills SupportPRIMARY 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.CURRENT PRIORITY NEEDS:Pocopson Elementary School: Monday - Friday, 8:45am - 3:45 pm daily following the academic school calendarWHY 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.RequirementsEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma required. For Title I positions - Must pass for "highly qualified" as mandated by NCLBAssociates or Bachelors Degree - preferredPrior public-school experience and/or working with school-aged children in a licensed, certified, or registered provider setting - preferred CREDENTIALING :(CCRES paid clearances & TB screening)PA Child Abuse (Act 151) ClearancePA Criminal (Act 34) ClearancePA Department of Education FBITB Screening Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official TranscriptBenefitsEmployer paid: Base medical plan for employee, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefitsEmployees 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 CCRES 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan – 3% matching contributionTuition discounts through collegiate partnershipsMilestone service awardGift card raffle on pay-day FridaysPaid credential renewalsPaid trainingsABOUT 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:Connecting schools and communities with caring professionals and resources that make a difference where it matters most.APPLY TODAY FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION!For a complete listing of available positions with CCRES please click here: https://apply.workable.com/ccres/?lng=enCCRES 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.(Posted 8/4/26, TS)#ZR
Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Paraprofessional through our partnership with Unionville-Chadds Ford School District (UCFSD)!
OFFERING PAID CREDENTIALS - Eliminating upfront costs for necessary clearances & TB screening!
SUMMARY:
- The Special Education Paraprofessional pay rate to work on assignment in UCFSD is $18.54 per hour with 5 days of paid time off (PTO) each year
- The Special Education Paraprofessional will work on all student days during the school calendar year, 6.5 paid hours per day on full school days (with 1/2 hr unpaid lunch break)
- Special Education Paraprofessionals will support students in one of the following areas: Autistic, Emotional, Instructional, Learning, and Life Skills Support
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.
CURRENT PRIORITY NEEDS:
- Pocopson Elementary School: Monday - Friday, 8:45am - 3:45 pm daily following the academic school calendar
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.
Requirements
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma required. For Title I positions - Must pass for "highly qualified" as mandated by NCLB
- Associates or Bachelors Degree - preferred
- Prior public-school experience and/or working with school-aged children in a licensed, certified, or registered provider setting - preferred
CREDENTIALING :
(CCRES paid clearances & TB screening)
- PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
- PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
- PA Department of Education FBI
- TB Screening
- Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official Transcript
Benefits
- Employer paid: Base medical plan for employee, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
- 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
- CCRES 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan – 3% matching contribution
- Tuition discounts through collegiate partnerships
- Milestone service award
- Gift card raffle on pay-day Fridays
- Paid credential renewals
- Paid trainings
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:
Connecting schools and communities with caring professionals and resources that make a difference where it matters most.
APPLY TODAY FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION!
For a complete listing of available positions with CCRES please click here: https://apply.workable.com/ccres/?lng=en
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.
(Posted 8/4/26, TS)
#ZR
MAKING A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY!Formally known as Chester County Regional Education Services, CCRES is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization created in 1999 through a partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit to meet the growing need for behavioral health services for children in Chester County, and as a vehicle to give back to the community. CCRES has grown, and now provides vital support for children, families and adults with a range of challenges including autism, behavioral health issues, mental illness as well as intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. CCRES also provides a variety of experienced school administrators to educational agencies throughout the region. Using a team approach, we work in collaboration with school districts, intermediate units, and other programs serving children and adults with specialized needs. We continue to expand our reach, serving neighboring counties including Berks, Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, Lebanon, and Lancaster.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY!
Formally known as Chester County Regional Education Services, CCRES is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization created in 1999 through a partnership with the Chester County Intermediate Unit to meet the growing need for behavioral health services for children in Chester County, and as a vehicle to give back to the community. CCRES has grown, and now provides vital support for children, families and adults with a range of challenges including autism, behavioral health issues, mental illness as well as intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. CCRES also provides a variety of experienced school administrators to educational agencies throughout the region. Using a team approach, we work in collaboration with school districts, intermediate units, and other programs serving children and adults with specialized needs. We continue to expand our reach, serving neighboring counties including Berks, Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware, Lebanon, and Lancaster.
