Special Education Paraprofessional in Bensalem, PA

Company: BlazerJobs
Location: Bensalem
Posted on: March 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Minimum 1 years Paraprofessional or Special Education experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. Join a specialized educational setting supporting students with severe needs in a structured behavioral environment. This paraprofessional role is based in Bensalem, PA, with the assignment supporting grades K8 students exhibiting high-intensity severe needs, including aggressive and self-injurious behaviors. Key Responsibilities: Implement applied behavior analysis (ABA) interventions and safety protocols within a highly structured setting. Support students with autism and severe behavioral challenges to promote learning and safety. Collaborate with the educational team during mandatory biweekly orientation sessions. Attend to intensive safety needs and behavioral supports while maintaining a calm, professional approach. Document and report student progress and behavior as required. Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year experience as an ABA paraprofessional. Proven experience supporting students with autism and severe behavioral needs through ABA techniques. Comfortable managing high-intensity behaviors and implementing proactive safety interventions. Must reside within 35 minutes of Levittown, PA. Credential requirements: at least one of the following48 college credits, associate degree or higher, Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or relevant credential of competency. If not currently credentialed, candidate must complete a 7-module paraprofessional training during onboarding and submit the credential within 60 days. Schedule and Location: Monday through Friday, 37.5 hours/week, 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Mandatory orientation every other week from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Location is in Bensalem, PA, supporting the local school district. Additional Considerations: Successful candidates will undergo a detailed screening including supervisor references and confirmation of understanding of Pennsylvania Department of Education credential timelines. Clearances and client HR approval required before assignment start. This contract position runs ASAP through June 12, 2026 (tentative school calendar). Apply now to contribute your specialized skills to a meaningful role facilitating student growth and safety within a behavioral support framework. Include your full name, city of residence, resume with skill highlights, one supervisor reference from a paraprofessional role, and confirmation of credential timeline understanding with your application.

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