This site offers self-paced modules for paraprofessionals. The modules cover a variety of topics related to paraprofessionals working in special education.
Completion of each module will allow paraprofessionals to accrue 1 continuing education hour.
Please note that paraprofessionals may be limited to how often they can repeat a module. It is recommended paraprofessionals check with a district supervisor before repeating a module.
Step 1: Begin by watching this brief introductory video ---->
Step 2: To the left of this page or in the links below, click on the module you want to work on.
Step 3: Complete each activity within the module and submit the Google Form.
If at anytime you experience trouble while completing a module, email Ashley Hess: hessa@iu29.org
2021-22
Module 1: The Role of the Paraprofessional
Module 2: Overview of Diverse Learners
Module 3: Behavior Tools for Paraprofessionals
Module 4: Supporting Students in Reading
Module 5: Supporting Students in Math
Module 6: Secondary Transition
Module 7: Supporting Employability
Module 8: BrainSTEPS
Module 9: Mental Health Awareness
Module 10: Understanding Autism
Module 11: Strategies for Supporting Students with Autism
Module 12: Prevention of Problem Behavior
2022-23
Module 13: Instructional Accommodations & Modifications
Module 14: Virtual Teaching Practices
Module 15: Building Positive Relationships
Module 16: Progress Monitoring & Data (now open!)
Module 17: PBIS for Paraprofessionals
2023-24
Module 18: Introduction to STEM
Module 19: Growth Mindset
Module 20: Understanding the IEP & Trauma-Informed Care
Module 21: Structured Literacy for Paraprofessionals *now available!
Module 22: Professional Boundaries & Communication *now available!
The Schuylkill Intermediate Unit, in collaboration with school entities, community agencies, business and government partnerships, serves the changing needs of education through delivery of services, improvement of current programs and implementation of new initiatives.
Module content and access questions/concerns:
Ashley Hess - hessa@iu29.org
Certificate questions/concerns:
Abra Schultz - schua@iu29.org