Paraeducator - Health Room (Specialized Instruction) @ MHS #1676

Monroe School District•Monroe, WA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, perform a variety of instructional activities; assist in promoting student learning; perform routine and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; and perform other related work as required within a collaborative team. This role involves working with parents on collecting immunization data, utilizing the online WA-IIS system, running and submitting state reports, and establishing/maintaining student health records. The paraeducator will provide first aid, administer oral medications, assist with health screenings, and manage health room clerical tasks. The position requires working under pressure with constant disruptions, adhering to district policies, and maintaining a clean health room environment. The role also involves collaborating with the School Counselor/Family Liaison and working with students with a wide range of physical, mental, social, and behavioral disabilities, including those with individualized health plans. Responsibilities include assisting with basic care, performing routine first aid, maintaining records, operating equipment, and ensuring a safe learning environment. The paraeducator must also adhere to federal and state laws, report incidents, maintain confidentiality, and ensure punctual attendance.

Requirements

Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent AND 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 Completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council, OR Received a passing score on one of the PESB-approved assessments.
First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
CPI-certification for specified positions including Positive Behavior Support (PBS), Structured Learning Center (SLC), and some 1:1 student support.
Completion of all state-required paraeducator certifications.
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance.
I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided).
Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided).
Knowledge of basic concepts of child growth, development, and developmental behavior characteristics pertaining to students in grades preschool through age 21 including students with special learning needs and English language need.
Knowledge of student behavior management strategies and techniques such as PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) and Trauma-Informed Practices.
Knowledge of appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
Knowledge of basic arithmetic concepts.
Knowledge of positive behavior interventions and supports.
Knowledge of routine record management, storage, and retrieval systems and procedures.
Ability to demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age, ability, and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to model appropriate behavior.
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
Ability to perform routine tasks and operate a variety of educational and office-related equipment and technology.
Ability to learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults.
Ability to follow specific student educational plans with fidelity.
Ability to manage and guide student behavior.
Ability and willingness to perform the physical requirements of the position.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and staff information and records.
Ability to be flexible with schedule (i.e. job duties, responsibilities, staff meetings, training, etc.).

Nice To Haves

One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi-age groups of children.
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or coursework in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

Work with parents on collecting immunization data.
Utilize the online WA-IIS system and input immunization.
Run and submit state reports.
Establish, maintain, and monitor a variety of files and records pertaining to students including treatment administration, screening results, communicable disease tracking, and injury/accident reports.
Communicate effectively in oral and written form to parents and staff.
Provide first aid treatment to ill/injured students.
Take and record temperatures.
Administer oral medications and implement health care plans as directed by RN.
Assist RN in preparation of student health screenings including vision and hearing and human growth and development.
Clerical management of health room including but not limited to paperwork, health room logs, care plans, medication, maintaining inventory, and ordering of all health room supplies.
Ability to work under pressure with constant disruptions and interact with students in a warm, confident manner.
Adhere to district regulations, policies, procedures, and practices regarding injury and illness reporting.
Maintain a clean environment of the health room and supplies (i.e. thermometers, ice packs, beds, bathrooms, etc.) at all times.
Communicate with School Counselor/Family Liaison regarding students in need of extra services.
Work with students with a wide range of physical, mental, social, and behavioral disabilities.
Monitor and support students with individualized health plans.
Direct students into safe learning activities and functions, and assist in the shaping of appropriate social behaviors.
Monitor and assist in the remediation of specific learning problems and conditions.
Assist in the management of student behavior through the use of positive strategies and techniques.
Collaborate and execute student’s behavior plan with fidelity.
Provide support to students who need catheterization, with training provided.
Attend to basic care of students including toileting, diapering, dressing, and/or feeding.
Perform routine first aid which may include aid to students experiencing seizures or respiratory distress.
Maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information.
Operate and assist in the operation of a variety of instructional media, equipment, and technology.
Assist in maintaining an orderly, safe, welcoming, and positive learning environment.
De-escalate students per district protocol and procedure.
Assist with transitions on and off the school bus.
Adhere to federal and state laws and district regulations, policies, procedures, and practices.
Mandatory reporting for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, boundary invasions, fights, substance abuse, etc.
Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement.
Observe strict confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
Maintain regular punctual attendance.