Autistic Support Para

STS is now hiring an Autistic Support Paraprofessional at Salisbury Elementary School for the 2026-2027 School Year!

Overview of Position:
Support students and teachers by providing instructional, behavioral, and academic assistance in a classroom setting. Paraprofessionals work collaboratively with teachers and school staff to foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment while helping students achieve their educational goals.

Required Credentials & Documents:

• Proof of Education - High School Diploma and will complete the PDE Standards for becoming Highly Qualified within the first year of employment.
• Pennsylvania Criminal Records check (Act 34) - process date within 5 years
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance History (Act 151)- process date within 5 years
• FBI Criminal History Record (Act 114)- process date within 5 years
• Proof of a TB test or chest x-ray within 3 months
• Additional required STS documents will be provided during on boarding process

Schedule & Hours:
Full Time (10-month) Paraprofessionals follow a set schedule and are required to work Monday through Friday. Substitute Paraprofessionals communicate directly with the STS Supervisor to determine availability.

Hours:
~Elementary: 8:30am-4:00pm

Starting pay rate is $16.50 per hour, however, may be negotiable based upon applicable experience and qualifications.

Preferred Skills

• Remain calm and collected during stressful situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High reliability standards
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families
• Patience, empathy, and a student-centered approach
• Ability to follow teacher direction while working independently when needed
• Classroom management and behavior support experience preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to adapt to changing classroom needs and student learning styles
• Basic computer proficiency
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Experience working with children or individuals with diverse learning needs is preferred
• Physical ability to assist students with mobility, classroom activities, and, when necessary, respond appropriately to behavioral situations

Thank you for your interest in working with STS and Pequea Valley School District!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Gap, PA 17527 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gap, PA 17527: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person