Para - Classroom/Lunchroom/Playground

Clover Park School District • Lakewood, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Building Administrator, this position provides paraprofessional and support services to the building in the areas of classroom instruction; school office, library, and health room support; Schoolwide project services; in-school suspension, playground, crossing guard, and lunchroom support. This position works with students from a variety of multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or it’s recognized equivalent (GED)
• Have received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the board; OR Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; OR Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; OR Have completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
• Six (6) months’ experience working with children or young adults.
• Ability to accurately and proficiently keyboard and utilize standard office software programs.
• Ability to perform basic clerical tasks such as filing and use of office equipment, such as a personal computer, telephone, fax, and photocopy machine and audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently within established guidelines.
• Ability to supervise elementary, middle, and high school students in large and small groups.
• Ability to listen and respond appropriately to student needs.
• Ability to communicate and interact clearly, concisely, courteous and respectfully with students, parents, guardians, volunteers, teachers and other staff with diverse backgrounds in a multi-cultural setting.
• Ability to make sound judgments in emergencies or crisis situations.
• Ability to learn skills of verbal de-escalation, restraint techniques and behavior management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and maintain established time schedules.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner with all levels of staff and community members.
• Ability to learn and apply District policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Skill in handling, storing, and transmitting confidential information in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA requirements.
• Must be organized and dependable.
• Fingerprinting and Background check.
• First Aid and CPR Card.
• Completion of Right Response training within ninety (90) days of hire date. (For Special Education Paras Only)
• For positions located on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) only: Ability to obtain and maintain access to JBLM in compliance with the REAL ID Act and all applicable installation access requirements.

Nice To Haves

• College credits or degrees in education or related field.
• Two years’ experience paraeducator experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student activities (i.e., drill, practice, and research) after lessons and instructions have been given by teacher.
• Administer and monitor tests and other assessment instruments as assigned.
• Maintain classroom discipline in the absence of the teacher, complete appropriate misconduct forms, and/or report behavior to the teacher or principal.
• Produce teaching aids and other classroom materials as directed by the teacher.
• Collect, assemble, catalog, and distribute resource materials.
• Distribute and account for textbooks and other miscellaneous equipment.
• Operate audio-visual equipment.
• Maintain records, files, and supplies.
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom environment.
• Accompany students on field trips.
• Monitor and guide students during emergency drills.
• Assist students with course assignments.
• Take classroom attendance and may collect money.
• Classroom instruction support may be provided to individuals, small groups or the entire classroom as directed by the teacher.
• Monitor students on the playground.
• Provide lunchroom support and service.
• Assist students to safely cross streets at crosswalks.
• Supervise the library in the absence of the librarian.
• May supervise students and volunteers in the library.
• Prepare and issue library cards.
• Instruct students on how to use the library and materials.
• Operate and demonstrate audio and visual equipment.
• Assist in maintaining a neat, clean and orderly library.
• Prepare and maintain reports, correspondence, order cards, overdue notices, bibliographies, and a variety of forms and materials.
• Maintain files and records, library materials and instructional pamphlets, student schedules, inventory and equipment lists.
• Order, receive, and distribute supplies and materials.
• May collect and account for money received from copy machines and fines.
• Assist students with personal needs and equipment on and off the bus.
• Assist with management of high-risk students that are severely emotionally disturbed and/or dangerous.
• May prepare and give intervention or carry out certain medical treatments in times of emergency medical plans.
• Assist passengers and drivers in evacuating the bus in an emergency.
• Assist drivers in performance of daily vehicle inspections and interior cleaning of the bus to ensure compliance with State and district regulations.
• Instruct students within small group or one to one as assigned by the bus driver.
• Assist the Student Services department with McKinney Vento/Foster youth and their families, providing supports to buildings with BECCA petitions and Community Engagement Boards, Native American students and their families to include events and programs supported by the Student Services office.
• Provide onsite supervision for the McKinney Vento after school program.
• Prepare correspondence and reports.
• Responsible for maintaining department supplies.
• Provide daily directions to student assistants and district volunteers.
• Monitor student activity in the In-School Suspension Center as students work on assignments that have been prepared and given by the classroom teacher.
• May serve on various district committees and/or departmental work teams.
• Model appropriate and cooperative behavior, including protecting confidential information consistent with district ethical guidelines.
• Foster and maintain strong productive relationships with district employees, parents, students, and other community members.
• Work with a variety of people in a positive manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, long term disability, and basic life insurance benefits
• Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB)
• Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan
• tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP)

What This Job Offers

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