LifeSkills 2-1 - Horse Heaven Hills

Kennewick•Kennewick, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraeducator provides direct support and supervision to students with special needs, including students with significant physical disabilities, in a life skills classroom and other school settings. Working under the direct supervision of classroom teachers and as part of a team with special education teachers, other paraeducators, and specialists, the employee carries out prescribed educational and behavioral programs, supports student physical and health needs, and documents student progress. Duties may include diapering, feeding or tube feeding, lifting and positioning students, and—following training—administering medication or catheterizing students. The position also includes assisting with instructional and clerical tasks and supervising students during recess and in specialist settings. All duties are performed in accordance with Kennewick School District policies and procedures, and other related duties may be assigned. This is a school-year position at Horse Heaven Hills Middle School, listed as 6.5 hours per day for 180 days per year. The posting notes that the position is based on student or program need, and that the location and hours may change. The listed salary is $23.15–$26.65 per hour, with the possibility of earning up to an additional $0.60 per hour based on college-level credits earned. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and meet the paraeducator education requirement through an associate degree, specified college credits, or a qualifying assessment score. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions and physical demands of the position, pass a basic skills test and background check, complete required training, and obtain or be willing to obtain first-aid certification. The role involves prolonged standing and walking, student supervision and interaction, lifting and moving students, and possible outdoor work in varied weather conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
An associate degree, 72 quarter college credits, 48 semester college credits, or a passing score on an assessment approved by the Professional Educator Standards Board.
Submit an unofficial transcript demonstrating the associate degree or equivalent education with the application; provide official transcripts for all education levels, including high school, within 30 days of hire.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, and meet its physical demands.
Pass a basic skills test and a background check, including employee-paid fingerprinting.
Complete Safe Schools web-based training within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
Obtain CPI training at the next available opportunity.
Uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures; take reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Attend required in-service training, meetings, and other training as directed by management.
Demonstrate the ability to assess and address safety issues and maintain effective, tactful, cooperative relationships with students, parents, staff, coworkers, and management.
Communicate effectively in spoken and written English with students, parents, district staff, and others regarding work activities.
Use basic computer programs to maintain records, enter timecard information, and read and respond to email.
Be first-aid certified or willing to obtain first-aid training as soon as possible.
Meet the physical requirements, including standing and walking for prolonged periods; pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds; and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds alone and up to 100 pounds with help, including overhead lifting.
Communicate effectively in person and by telephone; meet the position’s required hearing, sensory, and vision abilities.
Be able to move quickly in an emergency or while supervising students.

Nice To Haves

Ability and willingness to safely supervise students during transitions.
Training and experience working with students in a life skills classroom, including students with moderate to severe disabilities.
Ability to recognize, manage, and implement behavior intervention strategies and maintain behavioral data for reporting to the IEP team.
Ability to run quickly after students who may elope and visually track individual student movement.
Willingness and ability to feed and diaper children who need motor assistance, including in bathroom settings.
Ability to carry out prescribed instructional and behavioral management programs, model appropriate behavior, and consistently implement interventions.
Ability to remain calm during crises and difficult or unpredictable situations.
Ability to supervise and interact with students during P.E. and recess.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, take direction, and be flexible, diplomatic, and cooperative.
Evidence of skill with Microsoft Office software.
Patience, warmth, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude when working with students with disabilities.
Positive evaluations and recommendations supporting character and work ethic.
Excellent attendance, punctuality, dependability, self-discipline, and initiative.
Ability to maintain confidential student information and proper communication channels, and communicate appropriately with parents and staff when directed by a supervisor.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to life skills students under the direct supervision of classroom teachers, using prescribed formats.
Follow teacher directions for data collection, classroom rules and setup, and student-specific instructions.
Collect student data on designated forms and complete required paperwork accurately and efficiently.
Support students’ physical and health needs, including assistance with diapering, feeding or tube feeding, lifting, and positioning as required.
Assist teachers with clerical and instructional tasks, such as preparing copies, flashcards, and specialized materials.
Supervise and support students to promote a safe, orderly, positive learning environment.
Supervise, play, and interact with assigned students during recess, remaining nearby and modeling appropriate behavior.
Assist specialists, including P.E., Music, Library, and Technology staff, in supervising assigned students as required.
Work collaboratively with teachers, paraeducators, specialists, students, and other members of the school community.
Perform duties in accordance with district policies and procedures, maintain regular attendance and punctuality, and complete other related duties as assigned.
May administer medication or catheterize students after receiving training.