Paraeducator Life Skills 1:1 (Behavioral) @ Moses Lake High School
About The Position
This role involves providing individualized support to a student with specific needs, as outlined in their Individualized Education Program (IEP). The paraeducator will offer behavioral and academic support, focusing on helping the student engage in learning and maintain emotional regulation. Collaboration with the student's case manager and other staff is crucial for implementing strategies to enhance participation and success in both academic and non-academic settings. A primary goal is to foster the student's independence by developing skills for task completion, behavior management, and appropriate social interaction. The paraeducator must precisely follow the student's Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), recognizing triggers, implementing preventive strategies, and using positive behavior supports to de-escalate challenging behaviors with district-approved techniques. Completion of Safety Care Behavioral Safety Training is mandatory. The paraeducator will also participate in ongoing professional development and adhere to all district policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have earned 72 college level credits from an accredited institution of higher education, have a college degree, or be able to pass the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Assessment.
- Previous experience working with students in both individual and small group instructional situations.
- Working knowledge of education fundamentals.
- Previous experience and/or training working with students in a classroom setting.
- Must have proven ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to manage large groups of students in an unstructured environment while maintaining a high level of safety.
- Must have proven record of punctuality and consistent attendance.
- Must be willing and able to assist students with personal management, including toileting, changing, eating, and other personal hygiene.
- Criminal history clearance through Washington State Patrol and FBI.
- Complete required Safe Schools trainings.
- Obtain and maintain current CPR/First Aid certification.
- Obtain and maintain Safety Care certification.
- Within the first year of employment, successfully complete the Washington State Fundamental Course of Study for Paraeducators provided by the District, as defined in RCW 28A.413.070, and continue to meet future requirements as mandated by the State.
Nice To Haves
- Training and experience using current curriculum preferred.
Responsibilities
- Providing behavioral and academic support to a student.
- Helping the student engage successfully in learning activities while maintaining emotional regulation.
- Collaborating with the student’s case manager and other staff to implement strategies.
- Assisting the student in developing skills that promote independence.
- Following the student’s Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) precisely.
- Implementing preventive strategies and using positive behavior supports to de-escalate challenging behaviors.
- Using district-approved de-escalation techniques and interventions.
- Updating the case manager on the student’s progress, behavior, and any challenges encountered.
- Assisting with a range of personal care tasks (e.g., toileting, feeding, mobility assistance).
- Participating in ongoing professional development.
- Adhering to all district policies and procedures.
- Maintaining punctuality and consistent attendance.
- Informing supervisor early enough for absences to avoid workflow interruption and entering absences in the district absence management system.
Benefits
- Classified Salary Range
- Benefits Available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
