Para-Professional — Mercy School for Special Learning

Job overview

The Para-Professional — Mercy School for Special Learning role is onsite in Allentown, PA. Compensation is not specified. The position supports students at Mercy School for Special Learning under the guidance of classroom teachers and the principal. The para-professional assists students with daily activities, classroom instruction, accommodations, and independence. The role follows teacher-provided lesson plans, supports individual and small-group activities, maintains student documentation, and communicates student progress concerns to teachers while protecting confidentiality.

What you'll do

• Support students with daily living tasks and activities
• prepare classroom materials
• assist with feeding, toileting, changing, and a safe environment
• follow communication, behavioral, and medical protocols
• assist with annual outcomes and IEPs
• maintain daily documentation
• support individual and small-group activities
• escort students
• communicate concerns to teachers and protect confidentiality.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

para-professional

mercy school for special learning

allentown pa

part-time

29 hours/week

monday–friday

8:15 am–3:00 pm

special education

student support

iep documentation

classroom assistance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The position is 29 hours per week during the 10-month school year, Monday–Friday, 8:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; background clearances and specified training are required.

About the employer

Diocese of Allentown is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.