Paraeducator Specialist 1:1 (Behavior) @ Sage Point Elementary

Moses Lake School District 161•Moses Lake, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraeducator Specialist 1:1 (Behavioral) at Sage Point Elementary works 6.50 hours per day for 180 days a year, with shift times subject to building needs. This role provides individualized support to students with unique physical, emotional, behavioral, and academic requirements as outlined in their Individualized Education Program (IEP). The primary focus is on offering behavioral and academic support to help students engage in learning and maintain emotional regulation. The paraeducator collaborates with the student's case manager and other staff to implement strategies for student success in academic and non-academic settings. A key goal is to foster student independence by developing skills for task completion, behavior management, and appropriate social interaction. The role requires strict adherence to the student's Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), including 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 assist with personal care tasks, academic and behavioral interventions, and participate in ongoing professional development. Compliance with all district policies and procedures, including confidentiality and maintaining a positive learning environment, is expected. Punctual and consistent attendance is crucial.

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.
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

Working knowledge of education fundamentals; training and experience using current curriculum preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized behavioral and academic support to students based on their IEP.
Implement strategies to enhance student engagement and emotional regulation.
Collaborate with the student's case manager and other staff.
Promote student independence by fostering skills for task completion, behavior management, and social interaction.
Follow the student’s Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) precisely, including recognizing triggers and implementing preventive strategies.
Use positive behavior supports to de-escalate challenging behaviors with district-approved techniques.
Assist students with personal management, including toileting, changing, eating, and other personal hygiene.
Assist with academic and behavioral interventions.
Maintain open and regular communication with the student’s case manager.
Participate in ongoing professional development.
Adhere to all district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality.
Ensure punctuality and consistent attendance, informing supervisors of absences in advance.