Quincy High School Para Educator I

Quincy School District•Quincy, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Para-educator I works under the supervision of the certificated teacher and other staff personnel to assist in accomplishing the goals and objectives of the instructional program. Typically, in the general education or resource classroom.

Requirements

Two years of study at an institution of higher education, it must meet the criteria of the Higher Education Act, Section 101 (a). All classes must be at level 100 or higher, OR Associate’s degree OR Pass the ETS Para Pro Assessment test.
Experience working with P-12 students.
First Aid/CPR card or ability to obtain.
Demonstrate basic computer literacy skills.
Demonstrate consistent punctuality and attendance.
Demonstrate flexibility with schedule changes as students’ needs change.
Work in noisy and crowded environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in supporting diverse student needs academically at the elementary/middle and /or high school level classrooms.
Experience in positive behavior supports preferred to maintain an environment conductive to learning.
Bilingual preferred in Spanish to help support student diverse language needs and parent communications.

Responsibilities

Develop plans, materials, and activities for students under the direction of the certificated teacher.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and community.
Understand and apply program activities, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity of information and records.
Work collaboratively with supervising teacher and colleagues.
Keep documentation/data for teachers when requested.
Direct contact with students in the classroom and in other supervisory capacities.
Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.

Benefits

Medical insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year.
Dental insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year.
Vision insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year.
Life insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year.
Long-term disability plans through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB).
Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
10 sick days for 180-259 Day Employees.
10 paid holidays for 180-259 Day Employees.
3 personal leave days for 180-259 Day Employees.
A minimum of 12 sick days for 260 Day Employee.
13 paid holidays for 260 Day Employee.
3 personal leave days for 260 Day Employee.
A minimum of 10 days’ vacation after the first year for 260 Day Employee.