Classroom Aide

Requisition Number90283
Position TypeFull-Time
CityScranton
StatePA
Shift1st Shift - no week-ends
Work ScheduleM-F 8am-3:30PM
External Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Classroom Aideto join our team at our program in Scranton, PA.

Earn $16.35/hour.

 

The Classroom Aide is a school employee who works under the direction of a certified staff member to support and assist in providing instructional programs and services to children with disabilities or eligible young children. The support and assistance include one-on-one, or group review, of material taught by certificated staff, classroom management, and implementation of positive behavioral support plans. Other duties as assigned to meet programmatic needs.

 

To make a difference in a child’s life – apply today at www.merakey.org/careers

 Requisition number: 90283

 

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay
• Work/Life Balance
• Flexible Schedules
• Cell Phone Discount Plans
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Care.com Membership

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

 

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum High school diploma/GED and
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality through completion of Credential of Competency for Special Education Para-educators in Pennsylvania
• 5 years’ relevant verifiable experience. 

Or

• Have completed at least 2 years of post-secondary study; or
• Possess an associate degree or higher.
•  1 – 3 years relevant verifiable experience

Associate degree or higher is preferred.