Job Description

Tired of companies that claim they care about their employees but don’t follow through? We’re different. At PRO, we believe that your role goes beyond just analyzing data and writing reports. Here, you’re more than an employee—you’re part of our family!

PRO Pediatric Services is seeking exceptional Paraprofessionals to provide services within a local intermediate unit.

Job Details:

• Location: Sayre, PA
• Schedule: Full-time, M-F, during normal school hours. 7.5 hours per day beginning around 7:30am-8am
• Caseload:  Elementary
• Requirements: High school diploma is required. Experience working with children with behavioral challenges and assisting with daily living skills is highly preferred. Previous experience working as a Paraprofessional is highly preferred.
• Additional Details: Paraprofessionals will work with students 1:1 or support all students in a classroom. Paraprofessionals will provide services during the school calendar year and will follow the school calendar for days off, holidays, etc. Summers are off; ESY may be available but is not guaranteed.

Why join PRO?

At PRO, we’re not just offering you a job—we’re offering you a fulfilling and flexible career. When you partner with us, you’re stepping into a positive and dynamic environment where your growth and well-being are our priority. We offer you:

• A Supportive, Fun Company Culture: We foster a collaborative and upbeat atmosphere where you’ll always feel appreciated.
• Flexible Schedules: We build schedules around your life and needs, ensuring work-life balance.
• Career Growth: Explore your interests, develop skills, and create specialized programs or trainings that excite you.
• Advancement Opportunities: We provide pathways to further your career, from mentorship to leadership roles.
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, mentorship, team-building events, and networking opportunities.
• Salary Eligibility: We value the dedication and commitment of our team members. Employees may become eligible for salaried employment status based on performance and tenure.

We’ve Got You Covered!

• W2 position with competitive compensation based on your education and experience
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees: health, vision, dental, and 401k with 3% matching
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Cell phone and mileage reimbursement

Job Description:

A Paraprofessional's functions are to increase the quality of education by assisting students with instructional and non-instructional activities. Paraprofessionals are not responsible for the design, direction or evaluation of the teaching/learning process. Because the Paraprofessional is assisting students, regular attendance is required to fulfill the duties of this position. A Paraprofessional may be used in any instructional situation under the direct, immediate supervision of a certified professional to perform those tasks specified in the job description. The role of the assistant varies according to the program assignment. Usually, duties will vary from program to program.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with self-sufficiency training and maintenance of skills for children with physical disabilities
• Assume duties of a personal care nature which will allow the children to participate to the maximum extent in the least restrictive environment
• Encourage, support, and educate the students by assisting in the performance of activities of daily living necessary for his/her comfort, well-being, and integrity
• Assist students in managing and maintaining his/her environment to meet his/her special physical and psychological needs
• Monitor the incidence and prevalence of selected health problems
• Monitor psycho-social adjustment to medical conditions
• Assist teacher or students to arrange the environment of the classroom to best meet the students' needs
• Attend training sessions, in-services, workshops, and/or meetings, as requested
• Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration
• Understand and adhere to all IU / school district policies and procedures

What You Bring:

• High school diploma is required. An Associate’s degree or higher is highly preferred
• A minimum of one year of recent experience working as a Paraprofessional with children in a school setting is highly preferred
• Experience working with children with behavioral challenges and assisting with daily living skills is highly preferred
• Must be comfortable using a computer
• Must be able to complete clinical documentation to school district standards
• Current clearances (within 6 months)

About us:

PRO Companies is a dynamic organization that employs professionals across diverse positions within their human services and health and wellness divisions. With a strong presence across various counties in Pennsylvania, PRO Companies is committed to making a positive impact on individuals and communities.

Our school division, PRO Pediatric Services , supports students from Early Intervention age, up to grade 12 within school districts, charter schools, and intermediate units.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for this position without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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