Substitute - Paraeducators - Special Education ($23.67/hour)

Clover Park School District • Lakewood, WA

4d • $24 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction of the building administrator and under specific direction of the classroom teacher. The primary purpose of this job is to assist the teacher with implementation of an educational program for special education students by providing instruction as assigned, behavior management, preparation of classroom materials, and physical care for students. Provide instruction as assigned, behavior management, preparation of student(s) materials, and primary care of students such as lifting, toileting, washing, and appropriate medical intervention and feeding under the direction of a knowledgeable staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or it’s recognized equivalent (GED)
• Ability and desire to work on a constant basis – minimum 1 time a month
• Desire and ability to work and communicate effectively with staff, students and parents from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable, as assignments may change on short notice and may require coverage in various classrooms or grade levels throughout the day.
• Ability to accurately and proficiently keyboard and utilize standard office software programs as needed
• Ability to perform basic clerical tasks such as filing and use of office equipment, such as personal computer, telephone, fax, and photocopy machine and audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently within established guidelines.
• Ability to supervise elementary, middle, and high school students in large and small groups
• Ability to listen and respond appropriately to student needs.
• Ability to work with students from a variety of multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to make sound judgments in emergency or crisis situations.
• Ability to learn skills of verbal de-escalation, restraint techniques and behavior management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and maintain established timelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner with all levels of staff and community members.
• Ability to learn and apply District policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must be organized and dependable.
• Ability to proficiently speak, write, and understand English.
• Background check and fingerprinting.
• First aid and CPR certification for employee’s assigned to the health room and transportation.

Nice To Haves

• School district experience.
• Special Education Para experience.
• Paraeducator Program Certificate.
• Right Response Training.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with hygiene, including suctioning and personal needs, such as lifting, toileting, washing and feeding.
• Prepares and gives intervention and medication under the direction of a knowledgeable professional.
• Assists with implementation of behavior management techniques, educational and vocational instruction, and vocational placement programs.
• Assist student(s) with transport and/or accompany student(s) in transition activities.
• Instructs students in large or small groups or one-to-one as assigned by and under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Prepares materials for use by student, teacher, and parents; types, hand draws, reproduces, and collates.
• Assists special education paras with students with hygiene and personal needs, such as, toileting, lifting, washing, and feeding.
• Administers or assists special education teacher with administration of assessment instruments.
• Assists with maintaining class during special education teacher’s absence.
• Supervises students during lunch, recess, on and off the bus, assembly, and to other building locations.
• Assist student(s) with transport and/or accompany student(s) in transition activities.
• Assists with management of high-risk students that are severely emotionally disturbed and/or dangerous.
• May work with high-risk students who display significant behavior concerns as part of their disability who display significant behavior concerns as part of their disability.
• Remain confidential regarding student/school matters
• Work as a professional in a collaborative team
• Work as a professional n a collaborative team to support continued learning.
• Create a positive rapport with students and fellow staff member.
• Performs other duties as assigned as requested by the by the building administrator, supervisor, or teacher.

Benefits

• Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.
• Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan.
• Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED