Special Education Para-Educator

Deer Park School District•Deer Park, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to assist with the delivery of instructional services for eligible students. Responsibilities vary with the individual assignment. Typically, will work under the direction of a certificated staff member(s) to provide instruction to students, supervise students, assist in adherence to the discipline plan, prepare materials, assist with testing and record keeping, and supervise within the building and outdoors. Assist students in personal hygiene/basic skills.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Current first aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain promptly
Completion of at least 2 years of study totaling 72 quarter hours at an institution of learning; OR Obtained an associate (or higher) degree; OR Met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal para-educator competency test. (PRAXIS)
Must secure a food handler's permit, first aid card, and right response training before starting.
Must participate in the FCS and General Certification program after employment.

Nice To Haves

Small group instructional experience is desired
Demonstrated skill in communicating effectively with all staff, students, and as a team member, both verbally and in writing
Demonstrated ability to work with students in a warm and confident manner
Knowledge of student safety rules and procedures
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Responsibilities

Maintains and/or assists with student discipline and the maintenance of positive student behavior.
Instruct students individually or in small group settings under the direction of both special education and general education certificated employees.
Adapts lessons and activities with teacher approval to be used to supplement classroom activities and instruction.
Assist students specifically in reading, writing, basic math, adaptation, and social/emotional skills.
Scores standardized classroom-based student assessments.
Prepares materials and supplies for supplemental activities.
Develops and maintains student records as directed by a teacher.
Prepares for and assists with program audits.
Maintains high standards of health and safety at all times and reports any concerns relative to student protection to relevant staff or the principal.
Maintains good relationships with colleagues and works together as a team.
Assists in the supervision of classroom, building, and outdoor activities.
Reports to assigned duty areas promptly and reliably.
Demonstrates sensitivity and respect for diversity among all members of the school/department or district community.
A paraeducator may be responsible for providing diapering, feeding, and other developmentally appropriate programming under the supervision of a certified special education teacher.
Ability to implement structured positive behavioral intervention plans.
A paraeducator may provide outside supervision.
Maintains confidentiality in accordance with FERPA requirements and professional standards in all interactions.
Performs other duties as directed by the building principal.