Leave Replacement - Paraeducator - SLC (Specialized Instruction) @ FWE #1811

Monroe School District•Monroe, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a long-term leave replacement position at Frank Wagner Elementary supporting the Structured Learning Center (SLC). The anticipated start date is ASAP, and the anticipated end date is to be determined. The schedule is 6.5 hours per day, 8:40 a.m. to 3:40 p.m., coordinated with the District student calendar; days per year are TBD. Employees in this category are not eligible to transfer to instructional or non-instructional para positions for two years from the date the assignment begins. Under the supervision of the Building Principal, the paraeducator supports student learning and instructional personnel in a collaborative team. The role assists with instruction, learning activities, student behavior plans, and the safe and positive operation of the classroom. Students served may have a wide range of physical, intellectual, social, academic, and behavioral needs, including needs for assistance with self-care. Duties may include toileting, diapering, dressing, feeding, catheterization (training provided), and responding to seizures or respiratory distress. The role also involves student transitions, bus assistance, recess supervision, recordkeeping, and maintaining confidentiality. The position is represented by the Public School Employees of Monroe collective bargaining unit. Salary and benefits are determined by the current bargaining agreement. Employees must complete required District training by specified deadlines. Performance is evaluated annually under Board and administrative policies and procedures.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
Meet one of the qualifying education or assessment pathways: an associate degree or higher; 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university; completion of a qualifying paraeducator apprenticeship; or a passing score on a PESB-approved assessment.
Meet one of the stated ESSA qualification criteria: an AA or higher degree, at least two years of college with 72 college credits accrued, a passing score on the OSPI-approved test, or completion of an approved apprenticeship program.
First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
CPI certification for specified positions, including SLC positions.
Complete all state-required paraeducator certifications.
Successfully pass Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint clearance.
Meet I-9 employment eligibility requirements under the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
Obtain HIV/HBV training within 60 days of hire; training is provided by the District.
Obtain Human Resources new-hire training within 60 days of hire; training is provided by the District.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and flexibility with schedules, duties, responsibilities, staff meetings, and training.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; follow oral and written directions; and establish cooperative working relationships with children and adults.
Ability to follow student educational plans with fidelity and manage and guide student behavior.

Nice To Haves

One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi-age groups of children.
Training or coursework in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field.
Knowledge of child growth, development, and developmental behaviors for students from preschool through age 21, including students with special learning needs and English language needs.
Knowledge of student behavior management strategies such as PBIS and Trauma-Informed Practices.
Knowledge of appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, grammar, basic arithmetic, positive behavior supports, and routine record management.
Empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to model appropriate behavior and learn to use instructional materials and procedures that support a positive educational environment.

Responsibilities

Assist instructional personnel with presenting learning materials and delivering instructional programs.
Work with students with a wide range of physical, mental, social, academic, and behavioral disabilities and needs.
Tutor individual students and small groups to reinforce learning activities.
Monitor and assist students with drill, practice, and study activities according to instructional programs and individual learning plans.
Direct students to safe learning activities and support appropriate social behaviors.
Monitor and assist with remediation of specific learning problems and conditions.
Support student behavior management using positive strategies and techniques, and implement student behavior plans with fidelity.
Prepare instructional materials and learning aids for individual students and small groups at the direction of the supervising teacher.
Provide support for students needing catheterization; training is provided.
Attend to basic student care, including toileting, diapering, dressing, and feeding, and perform routine first aid, including assistance during seizures or respiratory distress.
Maintain records and files, including confidential student records and information.
Operate instructional media, equipment, and technology and assist students in operating them.
Adapt to new students entering the program and their individual behaviors and IEP goals.
Administer and score criterion-referenced and general aptitude tests and record results.
Help maintain an orderly, safe, welcoming, and positive learning environment.
De-escalate students according to District protocol and procedure.
Assist students with transitions on and off the school bus, help them unpack and put belongings away, and monitor safety at recess.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, District policies and procedures, and collective bargaining agreement provisions.
Make mandatory reports concerning incidents such as suspected child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, boundary invasions, fights, and substance abuse.
Maintain strict confidentiality of student and staff information and records.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Complete mandatory District training by specified deadlines.