Paraeducator Special Programs

Mount Vernon School District 320•Mount Vernon, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraeducator’s primary assignment is to work in a classroom with high-needs students who have significant cognitive needs and are identified through an Individualized Educational Program. Programs may include Structured Learning Classroom (SLC), Intensive Learning Classroom (ILC), or Quest Program. The employee works under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher and building principal and supports students’ educational needs both inside and outside the classroom. This is a 180-day position working 6 hours per day at Mount Vernon High School. The posting is hiring for two positions. The position is part of the classified staff non-supervisory bargaining unit, and PSE union shop requirements and the Collective Bargaining Agreement apply. Employment is contingent on verification of application information, a background check, criminal background clearance, and professional experience verification.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Associate’s degree or higher, two years of college (72 quarter credits), or ability to meet state-determined performance standards in reading, math, and writing through the Parapro assessment.
Interest in working with students with disabilities.
Ability to operate a basic computer or Chromebook, including Google applications.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability and willingness to work with students and adults from varied backgrounds.
Organizational skills and flexibility to respond to changing student needs.
Ability to remain calm, efficient, and courteous under stress.
Ability to exercise careful judgment, confidentiality, and tact.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and work independently.
Professional interpersonal and communication skills.
Hold or be able to obtain a valid First Aid certificate and CPR training.
Maintain consistent attendance at the assigned worksite and regular contract hours.
Comply with district policies and the code of professional conduct.
Ability to perform the listed mathematical functions, including basic arithmetic and calculating rates, ratios, and percentages, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Criminal background clearance and professional experience verification.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with significantly impacted school-age students.
Bilingual and biliterate in Spanish; the posting notes this may be required.
Hold or be able to obtain Right Response Certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Support students’ educational needs within and away from the classroom.
Assist with implementing social-skills and behavioral programs and interact with students to support positive behavior management.
Prepare classroom materials under teacher supervision and maintain accurate records of student progress in intensive classroom settings.
Deliver lessons relevant to students’ goals and objectives under the cooperating teacher’s direction, demonstrating flexibility.
Work collaboratively with students and other professionals in general education settings.
Supervise Special Program students in non-academic settings, such as the playground and bus duty.
Support students with personal needs as they arise, including toileting, personal care, and escalated behavioral management.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

SEBB medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability (LTD) coverage, if anticipated to reach 630 hours in the school year.
Retirement eligibility for employees working 3.50 hours per day or more for five or more consecutive months.
Optional tax-sheltered annuities through Omni 403(b) and the Deferred Compensation Plan.
Personal leave and sick leave prorated based on FTE.
Vacation leave for 260-day employees only, prorated based on FTE.

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