Education Support Professional SpEd PS- NE Tacoma

Tacoma Public Schools•NE Tacoma Elementary - 5412-29th St. N.E., WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides varied support services for the administrator, students, families, and District staff, as directed by the administrator, for the purpose of contact tracing and other needs related to supporting District initiatives, tasks, and operations. The role involves ensuring compliance with public health requirements for contact tracing, and may include school office support and general building/District support including temporary student supervision.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent
One year related work experience and/or working with students and parents in a community or school setting is a plus
Experience with computers using word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications is a plus
Any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.
Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance.
May include Portable Background (DCYF) clearance.
District training, as required, per the position assignments.
Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and English usage.
Skill in problem solving.
Skill with flexibility to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances.
Skill in obtaining, clarifying, and exchanging information.
Skill in basic computer word processing.
Ability may be required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events, as assigned; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment.
Ability to relate positively with staff, families, and children.
Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to produce and maintain documentation and records.
Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and multi-task.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.
Ability to work as a cooperative team member.
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate activities.

Nice To Haves

One year related work experience and/or working with students and parents in a community or school setting
Experience with computers using word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications

Responsibilities

Provides various support services to the assigned administrator.
Ensures compliance, at the administrators’ guidance, with departmental procedures, District, county, state, and/ or federal regulations and public health requirements for contact tracing.
May provide school office support assistance.
May assist in general building/District support including temporary student supervision, as directed, and as assigned.
Participates in training courses and workshops as needed or as assigned to maintain current knowledge, skills, and abilities to ensure successful performance on the job.
Participates in meetings related to assigned projects.
Performs related duties as assigned.