Head Start Preschool Program Paraeducator

Northshore School District 417 • Bothell, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position assists the Head Start teacher in providing developmentally appropriate instruction to three to five-year-olds enrolled in the District’s Head Start Program, utilizing the district adopted curriculum. This posting will be used to generate an applicant pool. This pool does not necessarily indicate there is a current vacancy. However, should a vacancy occur, this pool allows hiring administrators immediate access to potential candidates. Qualified applicants will be selected for interview by hiring administrators as needed throughout the school year.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent
• Ability to read, write, speak, calculate, and communicate effectively
• Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and English usage
• Ability to interact with adolescents and parents in a warm, caring, and confident manner
• Demonstrated initiative and a high degree of independence
• Ability to work cooperatively with the multidisciplinary team and maintain confidentiality with regard to student information
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the public
• Willingness to participate in district-provided training
• Proof of physical examination, including TB skin test must be on file. For those who have tested positive, a statement from a doctor or a chest x-ray must be provided.
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification and a Food Handler’s Permit within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of experience working with preschool-aged students preferred.
• Fluent knowledge of written and conversational Spanish

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and implementing the curriculum, designing classroom environments, including multicultural educational experiences, to meet the needs of all children (including those with disabilities), utilizing the district adopted curriculum.
• Prepares materials and the learning environment as directed.
• Assists with classroom management and helps students achieve positive social skill development.
• Makes daily, written observations of individual children, utilizing the district adopted assessment tools.
• Supervises student activities in the classroom and on school grounds.
• Participates in quarterly staffing and development of Individual Learning Plans (ILP).
• Assists in administering screenings and health duties as directed by the teacher.
• Prepares, eats family-style with students and cleans up after meals.
• Assist students with toileting, diapering and basic health needs, as needed.
• Assumes responsibilities of the teacher in his/her absence, as requested.
• Attends Head Start in-service training as necessary; attend other district-required training.
• Performs related duties as needed.

Benefits

• Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions.
• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED