CL22012: Para/FP/ELL/ESL - Hawthorne

Kennewick School District • Kennewick, WA

356d

About The Position

The paraeducator in this position will work directly with students in the classroom setting with the goal of improving student reading, writing and math skills. This paraeducator will be responsible for carrying through prescribed instructional programs under the direct supervision of certificated staff. Other duties include adapting and making materials appropriate to instructional needs, recess supervision, maintaining accurate records, and performing other paraeducator duties as assigned by the supervisor. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have an AA degree OR 72 quarter college credits OR 48 semester college credits OR a passing score on the ETS test.
• Must attach unofficial transcript proving AA or equivalent to application.
• Official transcripts of all levels of education, including high school, required within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to meet the Physical Demands of the position.
• Must pass a basic skills test.
• Completion of Safe Schools Web Based Training within 30 days of hire and yearly thereafter.
• Must pass a background check, which includes employee paid fingerprinting.
• Required academic skills to assist students (i.e. knowledge in sciences, language arts, math, reading and social studies).
• Must uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures.
• Must take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Must attend in-service trainings or other meetings as required, as well as attend any training as directed by management.
• Evidence of ability to assess and correct issues involving safety.
• Evidence of ability to establish and maintain a tactful, cooperative and effective relationship with students, parents, staff, fellow employees and management.
• Evidence of ability to approach assigned work in a professional manner, working toward the common goal of teamwork, pride in service delivery and continuous improvement.
• Must demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to communicate verbally and in writing with students, parents, district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job related activities.
• Must be able to use basic computer programs to maintain records, enter timecard information and read and respond to email.
• Must be willing to become first-aid certified if required.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish oral skills. High level of literacy in both written and oral Spanish.
• Recent experience working with students of diverse ethnic background.
• Able to relate effectively with children in a bilingual/bicultural setting.
• Proficient in providing supplemental reading instruction.
• Knowledge of second language acquisition, effective ESL strategies and methods.
• Able to follow directions from supervising teacher and carry out prescribed instructional management program.
• Able to model appropriate behaviors and consistent intervention procedures with students.
• Able and willing to work in a team setting.
• Able to use office equipment, including keyboarding and data processing.
• Effectively communicates and develops relationships with students, teachers, administrators, parents and public.
• Able to work with interruptions while balancing daily responsibilities.
• Able to monitor student progress under teacher supervision.
• Evidence of ability to be a self-starter.
• Evidence of excellent attendance, punctuality, and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction as directed by certificated staff using developmentally appropriate activities.
• Participate in assessment activities.
• Prepare instructional materials as requested.
• Participate in staff in-service training, meetings, and activities.
• Maintain records as necessary for efficient procedures and evaluation.
• Maintain professionalism by being confidential with all school-related information.
• Act as interpreter/translator for conferences, parent meetings and written communication.
• Accomplish all tasks in a professional manner. Model appropriate and healthy adult behavior.
• Interact with people and speak in a manner that reflects community standards of politeness, civility and human sensitivity.
• Perform all other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor pertaining to job classification.
• Perform all duties of the position within the scope of Kennewick School District policies and procedures, including regular attendance and punctuality.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED