Full-Time Autistic Support Paraprofessional - York Township

The Dallastown Area School District has an immediate vacancy for a Full-Time Autistic Support Paraprofessional at York Township Elementary School.  The scheduled hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Minimum qualifications are as follows:

• High school graduate (or GED)
• Ability to relate to students
• Being child centered, warm, and receptive toward children
• Ability to carry out oral and written communication and follow instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others and acceptable record of attendance required

Responsibilities include:

• Working one-on-one or with small groups of students as directed by the teacher
• Aiding in supervision of students
• Performing routine clerical work
• Assisting teachers in presentation and development of learning materials and instructional exercises
• Assisting with personal and group needs of students
• Working with instructional media, office machines, and equipment

Any one of the following is also required:

• Two years of post secondary study (48 credit hours or more), associate’s degree or higher, or ability to meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a state or local assessment.
• Experience working with students on the autism spectrum and knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis is strongly preferred.

Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.  EOE.