Non-Permanent Paraeducator

State of Washington•Clark County – Vancouver, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth (CDHY) is seeking to fill a non-permanent Paraeducator position. This position provides classroom assistance and direct instruction to deaf and hard of hearing students per the direction of the classroom teacher. Paraeducator placement can vary by classroom and age group. Paraeducators may be assigned to work with students in an ongoing one-on-one capacity as needed. This position is located at the WSD campus location and telework options are not available. This position is expected to continue the remainder of the 2025/26 school year and may be extended into the 2026/27 school year. Position schedule: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:00pm, Friday 7:30am-1:30pm. Paraeducators receive a paid, on-duty lunch as they are responsible for the supervision of students during the school lunch period.

Requirements

Fluency in ASL and written English.
Strong knowledge of Deaf culture.
Some experience working in an education setting with pre-k-12 th grade students.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Good problem-solving skills.
Willing and able to work with students from Pre-K – 12 th grade.
Willing and able to adapt to changes in assignment as needed, including providing ongoing one-on-one support to students as assigned.
Must be willing and able to lift, push or pull up to 30 lbs.
Must be willing and able to walk distances in and around the WSD campus and grounds.
Must be willing and able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
Must be willing and able to work outside.
Must be willing to travel to various field trip locations to monitor students.
Must be able to successfully pass state and federal background checks.
Must be willing and able to be a mandated reporter of child abuse and neglect.
Applicants must also meet one of the following minimum qualifications for paraeducator certification: Have received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the Professional Educator’s Standard board. Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university. Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university. Have completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.

Nice To Haves

Paraprofessional certification or ability to obtain paraprofessional certification within one year of employment.
Two or more years experience working in an educational setting for deaf and hard of hearing children.
Vocational training experience.

Responsibilities

Provides instruction and supervision of students in various educational settings including classroom, job environments and off-campus settings (field trip locations).
Works directly with students to carry out lesson plans and activities.
Modifies instruction to meet the individual learning needs of students, to include adapting language, assisting with reading for comprehension, providing students with choices to ensure engagement and comprehension.
Supervises and corrects student behavior per student's individual behavioral plans.
Administers tests, quizzes, and assists with various assessments.
Participates in various meetings to advocate and report on student development and assists academic leadership by providing input for student's learning and overall wellness needs.
Supervises students during passing times and the school lunch period.
Provides a positive learning experience for students through professional action and behavior.
Provides instruction to students by demonstrating positive and professional interactions with others.
Maintains positive relationships with students by fostering an environment of openness and honesty.
Provides a safe environment for students by communicating concerns or information pertaining to student's wellness, safety, and learning needs.
Acts as a mandated reporter, committed to reporting any concern of neglect or abuse of students to the appropriate authority.
Participates in student's learning and development by reporting and communicating any relevant information regarding individual student's needs.
Participates as an active participant on various teams and committees related to student development and learning.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.