Special Education Substitute Paraeducators - District Wide

Pasco School District 1•Washington, WA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1 is seeking Special Education Substitute Paraeducators for various buildings and district-wide. This is an on-call/as-needed position with varying hours. New hires are conditional upon passing a fingerprint screening. The role involves assisting in various classrooms, including Life Skills, Structured Learning Classes, Self-Contained, Resource Room, Extended Resource Room, and/or any Specialized Program. Responsibilities include administering first aid, providing instruction, assisting with classroom management, preparing materials, supervising students during arrival/departure and activities, maintaining student records, and assisting with personal care needs such as diapering and feeding. The position also requires adherence to district safety policies and participation in district meetings.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Valid First aid and/or CPR card for infants and children or willing to obtain.

Nice To Haves

Prior paraeducator experience, college, or on-the job experience preferred but not required.
Experience working with students who are special needs preferred but not required.
Prior experience in a K-12 school setting preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Administers first aid to provide emergency care.
Provide one-on-one instruction or group instruction.
Assist classroom teacher and/or building administrator(s) with classroom management.
Assist with preparing materials needed to conduct lessons.
Provide support or supervision during student arrival and/or departure to include but not limited to cross walk duty, transit to bus, transit from bus, unloading and/or loading wheelchair bound students.
Assist with reporting misconduct on school property and/or school bus route(s).
Assist with light cleaning, issuing of equipment for necessary activities, setting up, taking down and/or supervising students during age-appropriate games/activities.
Adhere to District safety policies and/or procedures as well as required program guidelines.
Provide support, supervision and/or assistance administering tests, quizzes, exams, or any assessment as directed by teacher for the purpose of evaluating student progress or learning.
Maintain accurate and efficient student records within student information management system(s).
Assist with needs related to diapering, tube feeding, toileting, catheters, and/or lifting.
Participate in District meetings to communicate information and gain feedback and/or direction on a variety of issues.
Assists with supervision of students to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
Assist other personnel as may be required to support them with the completion of their work activities.
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.
Assist with contacting parents and/or guardians regarding student behavior and academic progress.