Instructional Paraeducator - Special Education 1:1

West Valley School District #363 • Spokane Valley, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Paraeducator provides evidence-based support in the areas identified through a student’s evaluation and annual IEP review. The role is specialized and requires ongoing training within an MTSS model, frequent review of student goals, and monitoring of student growth. It primarily supports one student in a general education environment. The work involves flexibility and communication, as multiple adults may support a student each day.

The paraeducator provides instructional and physical assistance under the supervision of certificated staff, follows routines and interventions, collects data related to IEP goals, and helps maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. The position is hourly, with a schedule of six hours per day for 190 days per year. Pay is annualized over 12 months, with placement on the Level 2 Paraeducator SNAP Salary Schedule dependent on experience. The start date is upon hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, and one of the following: an associate arts or higher degree; 72 quarter credits (48 semester credits) from an accredited college; or passing an academically rigorous assessment.
• Demonstrated ability and aptitude to perform the responsibilities of the position.
• High moral and ethical standards.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with staff, students, and families and contribute to a positive culture.
• Mature behavior and sound judgment when working with parents, students, staff, and the community.
• Interest in working with vulnerable students with a broad range of disabilities.
• Ability to follow directions, carry out routines, and implement interventions as directed by certificated staff or supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative with minimal oversight.
• Ability to interact with and instruct students using school technology.
• Adequate health and physical strength to assist with student mobility and relocation.
• Basic communication skills and the ability to see, hear, and listen to the teacher and students in classroom or school settings to supervise and maintain a safe environment for a diverse group of students.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which may include kneeling, bending, working or sitting on the floor with students, and running after students based on student needs.

Nice To Haves

• Computer experience, specifically working with Google Suite.
• Trauma-informed training.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive, professional relationships with students that build trust and confidence.
• Provide secondary instructional support in the classroom under the teacher’s supervision.
• Work with students individually or in small or large groups to reinforce material or skills introduced by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in devising strategies to reinforce material or skills based on students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.
• Assist with classroom setup and prepare materials for specialized instructional activities.
• Observe and use techniques and strategies employed by special education teachers and therapists.
• Assist with data collection prescribed by the school-based team in relation to IEP goals.
• Operate and care for classroom equipment used for instructional purposes.
• Follow appropriate protocols when reporting student incidents or behavior to the immediate supervisor.
• Maintain ethical standards and confidentiality of student information.
• Participate in assigned professional development and training programs.
• Collaborate with the classroom teacher on student assessments linked to learning standards.
• Assist students with physical needs, including toileting, feeding, mobility, and communication.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, and supplemental disability insurance through SEBB.
• Regular, non-substitute employees are enrolled in a state retirement plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.
• Regular, non-substitute employees receive 12 sick leave days, prorated based on FTE, and paid time off.
• Regular, non-substitute employees receive paid time off, including annual and/or vacation leave, depending on position and work year.
• Classified employees receive 10–13 paid holidays, depending on position and work year.
• Employees may be eligible for VEBA, including monthly accrual and/or sick leave conversion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED