Dunlap Elementary - Special Education Assistant (Early Childhood Preschool) - 1.0 FTE

About the role

This position is assigned to the Early Childhood Preschool service pathway. The job of Special Education Assistant/ISE-203 is done for the purpose of assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of special needs students in the regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time; providing information to appropriate school personnel; and attending IEP meetings.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials for special education students
• Administers materials and assignments, such as tests and homework, to assist the teacher in evaluating student progress
• Administers first aid and medical assistance as required
• Assists students with personal care needs due to medical conditions or physical limitations
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations, such as first aid and CPR training
• Confers with teachers and parents to provide information related to student progress
• Directs and implements behavioral plans for students with behavior disorders or other conditions
• Instructs students in individual and group settings, reinforcing instructional objectives and implementing plans for remediation
• Maintains instructional materials and student files/records
• Monitors students during assigned periods in various school environments

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One of the following: qualifying score on the Education Testing Service paraeducator assessment, associate degree or higher, 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher, or completion of an apprenticeship as a paraeducator
• Valid State of Washington Driver's License or evidence of equivalent mobility
• Secure Training, CPR, and First Aid certifications
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance

Qualifications

Preferred experience working with children. Required knowledge, skills, and abilities include basic math, reading and writing documents, and understanding complex instructions. Specific knowledge required includes instructional procedures and practices, age-appropriate student activities, safety practices and procedures, and conflict resolution.

Skills

• Adhering to safety practices
• Operating standard office equipment, including software applications
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records
• Communicating with diverse groups
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Working as part of a team
• Working with constant interruptions

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require physical demands such as lifting up to 50 pounds, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment, with 45% sitting, 25% walking, and 30% standing.

Benefits

Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours employees are anticipated to work during the school year. Any employee who is scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a year is eligible for benefits, which are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).