Paraprofessional Substitute for School Year 2026-2027 (Hourly)

Seattle Public Schools•John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Assistant Substitute assists in the supervision, care and instruction of special needs students in the regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom. This role involves assisting in implementing plans for instruction, monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time, providing information to appropriate school personnel, and attending IEP meetings as requested. Job duties vary according to school/program needs, such as generalist, severe/profound, behavior disorder, hearing impaired, or autism.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of an associate degree, OR completion of two years of college (seventy-two (72) quarter hours or forty-eight (48) semester hours of college credit), OR a passing score on the Praxis Parapro Assessment Test.
One (1) year of related paid or volunteer work experience.
Valid State of Washington Driver's License
Secure Training CPR/First Aid
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance
Ability to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios.
Ability to read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others.
Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices.
Knowledge of age-appropriate student activities.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of conflict resolution.
Knowledge of stages of child development/behavior.
Ability to adhere to safety practices.
Ability to operate standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to gather and/or collate data.
Ability to use job-related equipment.
Flexibility to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances.
Ability to work with data utilizing defined and similar processes.
Ability to operate equipment using standardized methods.
Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals.
Ability to work with similar types of data.
Ability to problem solve to identify issues and create action plans.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Ability to communicate with diverse groups.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work with constant interruptions.
Ability to keyboard.
Ability to learn to use personal computers.
May require the ability to do basic signing.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a special education teacher will substitute for the experience requirement.

Responsibilities

Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials for the purpose of providing an opportunity for all special education students to participate in classroom activities.
Administers a variety of materials and assignments (e.g., tests, homework, grades papers, folders) for the purpose of assisting the teacher in evaluating students' progress and/or organizing the individual needs of the student.
Administers first aid and medical assistance as required for the purpose of providing appropriate care for injured children.
Assists students requiring support in addressing personal care needs due to medical condition and/or physical limitations for the purpose of allowing students to function in the school environment.
Directs and implements behavioral plans for students with behavior disorders or other conditions for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students' needs, protecting the safety of the child and others, and providing a consistent environment.
Instructs students in a variety of activities in individual and group settings (e.g., academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives, implementing plans for remediation of students' deficiencies in accordance with students' individual educational program goals, and ensuring students' success in school.
Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g., adapting instructional materials, checking papers, attendance, set up adapted projects) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing reliable information.
Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g., restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots) for the purpose of aiding students and providing a safe and positive learning environment.
Willingness to substitute at schools throughout the District and in all types of classrooms.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.