English Language Development Paraeducator

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as an ELD Paraeducator through our partnership with Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD)!

** Now hiring for the 24/25 School Year! **

SUMMARY:

The English Language Development (ELD) Paraeducator enhances the ELD program by supporting and working with students and school staff to perform all duties with accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism. The ELD Paraeducator will coordinate with the ELD supervisor and content area teachers in the delivery of English language and content instruction. This position supports ELD students in the acculturation process and assists with translation and interpretation materials. *Bilingual English/Spanish - preferred

• The hourly ELD Paraeducator pay rate is $19 per hour with 21 hours of paid time off (PTO) - prorated based on start date

CURRENT VACANCIES:

• Kennett High School: Monday through Friday from 7:15am - 2:45pm
• Elementary Level: Monday through Friday from 8:15am - 3:45pm

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
• Bilingual speaking skills in Spanish / English - preferred
• Must have the ability to relate effectively with students, staff and public in a professional manner

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

Benefits

• Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
• Employer paid base medical 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

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 10/4, TS)