EL Paraeducator Assistant I HQ @Donner Springs Elementary(35 hrs./wk., 182 days)

About the role

EL Paraeducator Assistant I HQ @Donner Springs Elementary (35 hrs./wk., 182 days)

Education Support Professionals - ESP/Classified - Paraeducator Assistant

Job Number: 2000016902
Start Date: N/A
Closing Date: N/A

Paraeducator Assistant I

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the EL teacher and/or EL Facilitator.
• Assists students, individually or in small groups with lesson assignments.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all aspects of his/her work with children, staff members, and all aspects of his/her work.
• Monitors current and/or former EL student progress toward language/content objectives.
• Collaborate with instructional staff.
• Models English communication.
• Promotes EL students' self-esteem.
• Maintains a safe and positive learning environment.
• Attends required meetings and in-service presentations.

Qualifications

• Completion of 48 semester or 60 quarter units from an accredited college/university (preferably in child development, education, special education, or related field).
• One year of relevant experience.
• High school diploma and two years of experience as a Paraeducator aide or in a similar instructional/guidance role.

Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties

• Knowledge of educational principles and techniques.
• Physical, emotional, and academic needs of students.
• Discipline and behavior modification strategies.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Basic mathematics.
• Office procedures, file, and records management.
• Common office equipment.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Lifting objects up to 25 lbs.: Rarely
• Lifting objects over 25 lbs.: Rarely
• Sitting for extended periods: Continuously
• Standing for extended periods: Occasionally
• Walking for extended periods: Rarely
• Bending or stooping: Rarely
• Reaching above shoulder height: Rarely
• Pushing/pulling objects: Rarely
• Climbing stairs or ladders: Rarely
• Operating heavy machinery: Never
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions: Occasionally
• Exposure to loud noises: Continuously
• Working in confined spaces: Occasionally
• Working at heights: Never
• Working with hazardous materials: Never
• Repetitive hand or arm movements: Never

Salary

Grade 17
Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position.

Benefits

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources

Additional Job Information

This position is for the 2026/27 school year with an anticipated start date after August 1, 2026. Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to:

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.