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School Administrative Unit #19

Paraprofessional

Sussex, WI · On-site

$20.07 - $24.95/hr

Until filled STARTING DATE: August 26, 2026 INITIAL ASSIGNMENT: Maple Avenue Elementary School ... Our paraprofessional positions are student specific, and staff are assigned to work 1:1 or in a ...

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Paraprofessionals in Nevada typically earn an average hourly wage of around $13 to $16, depending on experience, education, and the school district. Annual salaries generally range from approximately $25,000 to $33,000 for full-time positions. Certification and additional skills can influence earning potential.

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Paraprofessional/PCA Starting at $22/hr

Delta-T Group Inc

Coatesville, PA • On-site

$22/hr

Contractor

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Job description

Location: Coatesville, PA 19320
Date Posted: 06/01/2026
Category: Education K12
Education: High School Diploma/GED
With over 35 years in business, we have built a reputation for referring highly qualified professionals for rewarding short and long-term independent contract opportunities.
OUR CLIENT IS SEEKING PARAPROFESSIONALS IN COATESVILLE AREA
Paraprofessionals are assigned to students who regularly need assistance to maintain appropriate and equitable participation in school. They assist students one on one or in group settings.
CLIENT HOURS
School based hours Monday to Friday.
SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY
* Work one on one with students to ensure a safe, nurturing, and academically stimulating environment
* Provide students with goal-oriented support that fosters independence and the ability to display socially acceptable behaviors in the school environment.
CLIENT'S REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
* 1 year experience working with children.
* Minimum of a High School Diploma or its equivalency
DELTA-T GROUP'S ADVANTAGES
* Establish a relationship with one of the nation's largest referral agencies for behavioral-health.
* Compensated weekly.
* Increase or decrease your schedule at your discretion: choose opportunities that best fit your schedule.
* Ability to grow professionally.
* Access to a broad array of client opportunities.
DTG'S COMPANY MISSION
Delta-T Group's mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable, and innovative referral solutions for social services, behavioral health, allied health and special education staffing, for the betterment of those needing care and support.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Candidates replying to this role usually have experience or interest in other roles including: Teacher Aide, Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional, Classroom Assistant, Special Education Aide, Special Education Assistant, One on One Aide, Hallway Monitor, Cafeteria Aide, Lunch Aide, or Bus Aide.
Title: Paraprofessional/PCA Starting at $22/hr
Class: Education
Type: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR 1099
Ref. No.: 1264668-51
BC: #DTG183
Company: Delta-T Group, Inc.
Contract Contact: Contract Submit PA Edu
Office Email: PAEduContracts@deltatg.com
Office Phone: 800-251-8501
Office Address: 950 E Haverford Road, Suite 200, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
About Us: Each Delta-T Group office is separately incorporated. Delta-T Group is a referral service for self-employed independent contractors seeking behavioral healthcare education and social service supplemental marketplace opportunities. Delta-T cannot guarantee any number or duration of referrals or opportunities as a result of your registration. When and if opportunities become available, you may accept or decline such referrals at your sole discretion.

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