Instructional Para

Kittitas School District•Kittitas, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of certificated staff, the Para-Educator performs tasks related to monitoring and supervising students on campus during the school day. Duties include assisting with instruction, one-on-one tutoring, classroom management, organizing instructional materials, supporting computer laboratories, libraries, or media centers, and assisting with parental involvement activities under the teacher’s direct supervision, planning, and preparation. The position also provides assigned supervision and clerical support. The role works with students individually and in small groups, supports students with disabilities, helps maintain a positive and orderly learning environment, and provides positive behavioral support. It also involves non-instructional clerical tasks, following district safety and emergency procedures, communicating with staff, students, and parents, and safely assisting students across streets and crosswalks during arrival and dismissal.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or equivalent, as described in WAC 179-03-022.
Meet at least one of the following paraeducator qualifications: achieve a qualifying score on the Education Testing Service paraeducator assessment; hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; earn 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university; or complete a paraeducator apprenticeship registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
Have the ability and desire to work with students.
Be able to read and interpret general business material and write reports and business correspondence.
Be able to respond effectively to questions from administrators, staff, and students.
Be able to apply basic mathematical concepts.
Be able to use technology and a computer to assist the teaching and learning process.
Be able to solve practical or complex problems and work with concrete and abstract variables.
Be able to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
Be able to maintain a positive attitude and follow instructions.
Be able to practice ethical and professional standards of conduct.
Be able to interact and work with students and communicate effectively and positively with staff and students.
Know and follow district health, safety, and emergency procedures.
Have the ability and skill to organize tasks and duties.
Hold a current First Aid/CPR card.

Nice To Haves

Training in state core competencies.

Responsibilities

Monitor students practicing, completing drills, and taking tests after the teacher has provided lessons and instructions.
Monitor student behavior and help maintain an orderly classroom and an optimum learning environment, including for students with disabilities.
Assist with classroom management and organize instructional and other materials.
Perform primarily non-instructional clerical and supportive tasks for staff, including correcting papers, recording grades, and preparing supplemental materials as assigned.
Monitor students in a variety of settings before, during, or after school.
Work with students individually or in small groups on specific learning tasks and objectives.
Provide instructional support using appropriate strategies and techniques.
Provide positive behavioral support and management and use effective strategies to resolve issues.
Follow district health, safety, emergency, student conduct, and discipline referral procedures.
Communicate successfully and positively with staff, students, and parents.
Work as a positive team member and demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and minimal absences.
Maintain academic competency and promote and practice professional growth and development.
Maintain ethical and professional standards, including confidentiality regarding student and personnel information.
Assist students safely across streets and crosswalks during school arrival and dismissal.
Adapt to different working situations and learn new skills.
Perform other related duties as assigned.