Special Education 1:1 Paraeducator DD/Behvr (8585 Sped)

Evergreen School District (Clark) • Vancouver, WA

57d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher and the Principal, the Special Education Paraeducator will assist in the supervision of student behavior and instructional activities, working closely with students on an individual, as well as small group basis.

Requirements

• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent; AND
• Must meet one or more of the following:
• Have received a passing score of 455 or higher on the Education Testing Service ParaPro Assessment (ETS test/PRAXIS); or
• Hold an Associate Degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; or
• Have completed a Paraeducator Apprenticeship Program (program must be registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council).
• Basic typing/keyboarding.
• Previous experience working with students with emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Experience working with a team to develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Knowledge and/or experience of child and adolescent mental health issues.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, monitor, supervise, and manage difficult students and help them succeed.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with staff and families.
• Must possess personal characteristics of flexibility, initiative, and cooperativeness.
• Must possess physical strength and ability to deal with aggressive behavior of students.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve effectively as incidents occur.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under conditions of constant interruption.
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn computer skills and assistive technology.
• Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
• Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.
• Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
• Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
• The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer knowledge and/or experience with Collaborative Problem Solving techniques.
• Previous experience working with students in academic areas and/or professional course work in special education.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Special Education classroom teacher in supervising and working with elementary and/or secondary students as follows:
• Monitor students at all times.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff and parents.
• De-escalation of students in crisis.
• Assist in providing one-to-one and group instruction to students so as to meet his/her individualized education program (IEP).
• Assist in evaluating and specifying direction of instruction so as to maximize each student's potential.
• Maintain accurate data related to school behavior and academics.
• Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests.
• Implement behavioral management strategies using the emphasis and techniques that have been outlined by the teacher.
• Assist in organizing and preparing a variety of instructional materials.
• Maintain orderliness in the classroom and other student areas.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Provide physical, therapeutic interventions, including restraint of students, when needed, using CPI approved techniques.
• Remain calm and emotionally available in volatile situations.
• Participate as an effective team member.
• Diaper students as necessary.
• Feed students as necessary.
• Handle bodily fluids as necessary.
• Lift and/or position students as necessary.
• Attend various training sessions as necessary so as to maintain an up-to-date understanding of the special education student.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
• Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.
• Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).
• EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position PSE Large Group CBA.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED