District Wide Paraprofessionals

The Hazleton Area School District is currently seeking applications, letters of interest and resumes for the following Special Education Paraprofessional positions. Salary / Hourly Rate as per Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Hazleton Area School District and Hazleton Area Education Support Professional Association.

Anticipated Paraprofessionals (5.5hr / 6.5hr) – District Wide

Please inquire with the Special Education Department for location details at 570-459-3111 ext. 3154.

PLEASE NOTE: In addition to the specific responsibilities described for each job, paraprofessionals may be assigned other educational and personal care duties within their designated building.

Applicants must meet one of the following qualification requirements:

1. Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education.
2. Obtained an associate degree or higher.
3. Met a rigorous standard of quality as judged by successfully completing a formal state or local academic assessment of his/her knowledge of:
   1. Education and related topics
   2. Instructional techniques necessary to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and math mathematics.

Any current employee applying for these positions must meet the qualifications listed above.  Applicants must submit a letter of interest and documentation of the qualification requirements, as well as have a completed application on file.

Applications may be picked up at the Hazleton Area School District Administration Building between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the reception area, or online at Hazleton Area School District.  A letter of interest must be sent for each individual position for which you are applying.  Successful candidates will need all clearances, Act 24 (82), 34, 114, 151, 126, Act 168 pre-employment drug test, physical test and TB test. This job will remain posted until filled. 

The Hazleton Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.