Paraeducator - Title I/LAP

This position is for 6.5 hours per day at 178 days per year. First-year schedule: 7 hours per day for 4 days, plus 2 days each subsequent year until certification is completed.

Pay

PSE Salary Schedule Level 5 - $25.40 per hour.

Requirements

To be considered for this instructional paraeducator position, you must meet the following federal minimum employment requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age;
• Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent; and one of the following:
  • Successfully passed the ETS Para Pro test or Pearson Paraprofessional assessment
  • AA degree or higher
  • Earned seventy-two (72) quarter credits or forty-eight (48) semester credits at an accredited institution of higher education
  • Completion of registered apprenticeship program offered by the Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries
  • Successful completion of The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program

Must successfully complete the Fundamental Course of Studies (FCS) and General Paraeducator Certificate of the state-mandated Paraeducator Certificate Program per State requirements. Paraeducator Certificate Program is dependent upon State funding.

Unofficial transcripts may be provided in your application; official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Responsibilities

This position assists certificated staff with instructional and non-instructional activities for students considered academically "at risk," working individually or in small groups under a Title I categorical remediation program. Responsibilities include maintaining program records and preparing classroom materials under the supervision of a Title I Specialist.

• Instructs students individually or in small groups in a variety of subject areas, settings, and learning activities.
• Implements methods to best serve individual students academically and behaviorally under the direction of certificated staff; promotes student understanding of materials.
• Promotes a positive attitude toward learning and reinforces concepts and skills.
• Assists with program compliance by maintaining accurate data and program records on the computer; maintains records and files in the required format.
• May collect, input, and process data and documentation for the LAP or Title I program of an entire school.
• Works as a member of the program instructional team to provide programs and services to eligible students.
• Depending upon assignment, may pull students out of the regular classroom for remediation as directed by the program coordinator.
• Locates, prepares, and/or modifies materials for student use under the direction of certificated staff.
• Provides guidance and motivation to students; facilitates mastery of skills and concepts; promotes completion of work.
• Communicates with certificated staff concerning individual student needs and progress; assists with developing schedules for tutoring; adapts and presents lessons; checks and scores student assignments.
• Assists with the administration of objective screening of students for program qualification and eligibility; sets up testing schedules, orders tests, scores tests, and records results.
• Documents progress of assigned students; maintains program coordination records manually and on computer; assists in preparing student progress reports.
• Assists with program achievement tests.
• Maintains a variety of program files and records according to established procedures and timelines, including student lists and program inventory; may provide information for program audits; prepares reports as directed.
• Constructs learning tools such as flash cards, number games, and other learning materials; may research and locate learning materials; compiles materials for student assignments; may order materials and supplies as needed.
• Supervises student behavior and assists teachers with classroom management; facilitates mastery of social adjustment skills; ensures that students stay on task; disciplines students as authorized.
• Types, duplicates, collates, and distributes program materials. May create posters and charts and design bulletin boards.
• Operates a variety of office equipment and computers.
• Maintains the physical appearance of the classroom and assigned areas; straightens chairs and tables; puts materials away after use.
• Alerts qualified district staff to student problems.
• When meeting program review standards, provides general clerical support; maintains program files and records; provides teacher support by duplicating materials.
• Attends a variety of staff and program meetings as requested.
• May serve on various district committees and/or departmental work teams.
• Models appropriate and cooperative behavior, including protecting confidential information, consistent with district ethical guidelines.
• Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Associate degree, or two years of higher education, or completion of the Washington State paraeducator assessment required.
• Experience working with school-aged children and instructional/remedial education experience preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated skill in reading, writing, and communicating.
• Knowledge of basic subject areas such as reading and math.
• Ability to deal with students in a warm and confident manner.
• Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments.
• Ability to organize activities.
• Ability to follow and give instructions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to be fair and consistent when working with children.
• Ability to learn and implement effective behavior management techniques.
• Ability to learn and implement effective instructional techniques.
• Knowledge of student safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to learn the use of computers and various software packages for student instruction and record keeping.
• Ability to learn the operation of general office machines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and staff.

Special Requirements

• Requires fingerprinting and background check to determine no convictions involving physical molestation, abuse, injury, or neglect of a minor.
• Must complete training in and adhere to the district infection control plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including:

• Insurance options
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off or vacation
• Paid holidays
• Other compensation