Paraeducator - Preschool

Olympia School District • Olympia, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The job of "Paraeducator-Special Education Preschool" is done for the purpose of assisting in the supervision and instruction of general and special education preschool students, to address academic, social/emotional, and functional goals across multiple instructional settings. This continuing position works 5.2 hours per day, Monday - Friday, 180 days per year (plus 10 paid holidays). The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, AND when applicable successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Exam, OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (official transcript is required), OR an Associate's (or higher) degree (official transcript is required).
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• Prior job related experience with young children who qualify for special education.
• Participate in all OSD required health-related trainings.
• First Aid and CPR Training may be required.
• Willingness to participate in appropriate training to gain necessary skills to perform this position, e.g. Type II License, Food Handlers Permit.
• Right Response Certification or willingness to obtain and maintain.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated staff for the purpose of implementation of plans related to IEP program development, including but not limited to, functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans and aversive therapy plans, and activities related to communication and OT/PT IEP goals.
• Assist certificated staff with creation of necessary educational materials to enable student progress toward IEP goals and objectives.
• Collect and communicate relevant data for the purpose of assisting certificated staff in evaluating students' progress.
• Administer first aid, medical assistance and/or address health care needs, including personal hygiene and toileting assistance when necessary.
• Maintain students' files, records, etc. for the purpose of developing appropriate educational programs for students who qualify for special education.
• Monitor students across educational settings, for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment, including facilitating necessary accommodations and modifications to curriculum, materials and schedules.
• Assist other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of increasing staff capacity to implement identified student programs, including instructional and behavioral plans. This would include supporting other staff, as may be necessary, in any aspect of their assigned duties to support students.
• Collaborate effectively with other personnel for the purpose of evaluation of students' progress and/or implementation of students' objectives.
• Contribute to a positive and productive learning environment for students and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality in communications regarding students, staff, and parents.
• Facilitate student independence in the instructional setting in a positive and productive manner.
• Participate in team meetings for the purpose of collaborating and sharing information, and necessary trainings to improving one's skills/knowledge.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits
• enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees)
• DRS Deferred Compensation Program
• vacation leave
• paid holidays
• additional compensation beyond their base salary as outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

What This Job Offers

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