Paraeducator - Resource @ Audubon Elementary School, 7 Hrs, Cont.

Spokane Public Schools • Audubon Elementary School - Spokane, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Spokane Public Schools is seeking a Resource Room Paraeducator to support students in the Special Design Program. The role supports a loving, collaborative learning community where all students belong and thrive. Paraeducators may be reassigned during the year based on student enrollment or other factors.

The position works with students on Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals, including academic, behavioral/social, and adaptive goals. It supports student access to instruction in special education or general education settings, implements accommodations and modifications under the direction of the special education teacher, and helps deliver small-group or individual instruction. The paraeducator also collects and records student data as directed to support progress monitoring and decision-making.

This is a continuing position scheduled for seven hours per day, with listed daily hours of 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The anticipated start date is ASAP. Days and hours may change based on program and district needs. Salary is Level 30 on the Paraeducator Salary Schedule; experience increments depend on qualifying experience in a similar permanent position in a Washington State public school or another state's public school.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits from an accredited college, an AA or BA degree, or successful completion of an academically rigorous assessment.
• Complete Core Competencies within one year if hired into a Paraeducator position, as referenced in the ESS Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Demonstrated interest in working with students who have disabilities.
• Training or experience working with students who have disabilities.
• Ability to respond appropriately to aggressive and physical behaviors.
• Physically capable of lifting a student if necessary, up to 50 pounds, and of kneeling and bending.
• Willingness to toilet or feed students with special needs if necessary.
• Ability to work effectively and confidentially with a diverse group of students, teachers, parents, and administrators in a positive, professional manner.
• Proficiency in basic communication skills, math, English, social studies, and other areas related to the targeted grade level of resource students.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills.
• Ability to use soft restraint and de-escalation techniques.
• Ability to see, hear, and listen to the teacher and students throughout classroom or school settings to supervise and maintain a safe environment.
• Ability to relate positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Fingerprint background check required for prospective employees.

Nice To Haves

• One year of successful work experience.
• School district experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instructional support and training to students with special needs under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Work with students on IEP academic, behavioral/social, and adaptive goals.
• Support students with adaptive needs when appropriate.
• Support student access to instruction in special education or general education settings.
• Implement accommodations and modifications as directed by the special education teacher.
• Collect and record student data as directed by the teacher or specialist to support progress monitoring and decision-making.
• Support small-group or individual instruction following teacher guidance.
• Assist the teacher with designing and developing reading, English, social studies, and math curriculum for use in the resource room.
• Provide information and support to the teacher regarding individual students, program needs, and behavior concerns.
• Provide clerical support in the Resource program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through SEBB for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year; benefit eligibility is also described as positions of at least half-time/20 hours per week in a regular position.
• Vacation, sick, and personal days, and paid holidays may be available in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Multiple medical plan options are offered through providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan.
• Vision and dental plan options.
• Standard Life and AD&D insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Optional employee-paid Dependent Care Assistance Program, supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement.
• Free, confidential counseling, consultation, and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program for benefit-eligible employees and dependent family members.
• Participation in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems public pension plan, with a choice of a lifetime pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan.
• Voluntary retirement savings options, including the DRS Deferred Compensation Program and a 403(b) plan.

What This Job Offers

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