School Assistant/Split Class Paraeducator

Northshore School District 417•Bothell, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! The Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency. 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. JOB SUMMARY This position assists the teachers and office staff by performing a variety of instructional and non-instructional support and supervision activities.

Requirements

Education and Experience To meet the new Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA), this position requires that applicant either hold an associate degree or higher, college credit equivalency (72 quarter or 48-semester credits) or have graduated from High School and passed the ETS ParaPro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher.
Link to PESB's paraeducator minimum employment requirements .
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training or equivalent is required.
Training is provided upon hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work cooperatively with teachers and enjoy interacting with children; knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; skilled in reading, writing and mathematics consistent with the appropriate grade level and assignment; keyboarding skills by touch; ability to operate instructional equipment and office machines; ability to maintain confidential information; ability to interact with children in a warm, confident manner; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community.
Licenses/Special Requirements Ability to operate computers and learn specific software.
May require a reliable means of transportation and a valid Washington state driver's license if position requires travel between schools.
First-aid/CPR training preferred.

Nice To Haves

First-aid/CPR training preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides assistance with instructional activities (i.e. one-on-one instruction and modeling; small group instruction; assists with reading, writing and math learning tasks; tutors individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher).
Monitors student behavior.
Utilizes school systems for positive recognition for behavior.
Supports students with correcting their behavior, resolving conflict and problem solving.
Utilizes de-escalation techniques with students when needed.
Assists in identification of student-related behavior needs and implements behavior modifications as directed by a teacher or administrator.
Monitors, reports, and documents student progress regarding performance and behavior.
Assists teachers with reviewing recess and other school expectations.
Provides student supervision during recess, transitions, and/or during student lunch time; supervises students during arrivals and departures; may monitor s and direct s student traffic at crossings.
Provides set up and take down of some recess equipment.
Provides support to teachers by setting up work areas, displaying student work or instructional content on bulletin boards and displays, preparing classroom and workroom supplies (i.e. cutting, laminating, copying) and organizing, distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
Assists the teacher by tracking student attendance, delivering notes to the school office, communicating with parents, and escorting children to/from the classroom.
Administers student assessments, corrects student work, records grades, and maintains other classroom records.
Performs routine clerical duties; operates various office equipment; types, performs data entry, files, photocopies, and modifies instructional and office administration materials, at the direction of teachers.
May assist in the health room as necessary and when appropriately trained, in the absence of the nurse.
Performs basic first aid; performs lice checks; checks students’ temperatures and verifies numbers on glucose meters, and insulin syringes or pens; administers oral medications, and emergency Epi-Pens according to procedures; maintains health room logs and enters information into a student information system as necessary; contacts parents regarding student illness.
Participates in school-wide activities, professional development training, and meetings as directed by teacher or administrator.
Performs other related duties consistent with the job description and employee assignment.

Benefits

Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions .
Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).
The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:
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