Special Program Para 2, ICSP 1:1 18696-2026

This is a one-on-one position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (Non-Exempt).

Schedule

6.5 hours per day, 9 months per year.

Qualifications

Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED AND one of the following:

• Official transcripts verifying an Associate’s degree (90 quarter, 60 semester credits); OR
• 72 quarter or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college, or business school; OR
• ETS ParaPro Assessment result of 461 or higher.

Internal applicants must have official transcripts to confirm education on file or included with the application. External applicants must include official transcripts or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with their application.

Requirements

• One year of related experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.
• Successful experience as part of an educational team preferred.
• Experience demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Possess excellent problem-solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to think quickly.
• Experience working with children with moderate to severe disabilities preferred.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift, move, and physically restrain a child as required by the job.
• Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building and grounds.
• Ability to observe student behavior (visually and by listening) and communicate observations to appropriate service providers.
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Ability to attend mandatory weekend training and successfully pass the district CPI, de-escalation/physical restraint training.
• Ability to learn and use a computer monitor, keyboard, and appropriate adaptive technologies.

Skills

• Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to act upon evasive and aggressive behavior of students.
• Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from classroom and Supported Communication teacher(s).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules.
• Ability to develop relationships and supportive roles with children who possess mental or physical disabilities.
• Ability to use non-verbal strategies to communicate with, redirect, and de-escalate student behavior.

Responsibilities

• Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents, and others with dignity and respect at all times.
• Serve as a positive role model for students and practice the behaviors expected of students.
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner as part of a team to assist the teacher in implementing and evaluating goals and objectives on individual student IEPs.
• Participate in team meetings to provide observational input or acquire pertinent information.
• Monitor and collect data as directed by the teacher.
• Work with the Special Education teacher to ensure students receive academic support, sensory integration, occupational, and speech/language support throughout the day.
• Provide mainstream support when appropriate and commit to the students and program.
• Exhibit willingness to learn about autism and apply this knowledge in practice.
• Assist students with self-regulation during class activities in small groups or individually.
• Provide instructional assistance as directed by certificated staff in academic subjects, basic life skills, social skills, community access, personal hygiene, swimming, communication, physical/occupational therapy exercises, and job skills training.
• Assist the teacher with preparing materials for lessons and maintaining data collection records.
• Carry out behavior management plans for individual students as appropriate.
• Produce and assemble teaching materials as directed.
• Assist with data entry, record keeping, and filing.
• Grade/correct papers and homework using a rubric or key.
• Observe assigned students as they enter/leave school grounds, in the cafeteria, and in the community, intervening as appropriate to ensure safety.
• Attend training meetings to broaden expertise in working with students with special needs.
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by an administrator.

Benefits

• Salary: New employees start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. Employees with verified prior service in a similar role from other Washington School Districts may receive experience credit toward salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here.
• Health & Insurance: Employees working at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information can be found here.
• Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Detailed information can be found here.
• Time Off: Paid holidays and paid time off, including sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional leave options are outlined in the Comprehensive Professional Agreement (CPA) for this position.