Substitute Paraeducator

Chief Leschi School•Puyallup, WA

About The Position

Under the lead direction of the building principal, the Substitute Paraeducator will provide educational and clerical support services to one or more assigned certificated teachers and will work effectively with staff to provide the best possible learning environment for all students. ABOUT CHIEF LESCHI SCHOOLS: Formerly known as the Puyallup Tribal School, Chief Leschi Schools was founded in 1976 to address the high dropout rate of the youth of the Puyallup tribe. It is the largest of seven tribal schools in the state of Washington and one of approximately 200+ tribal schools in the United States. It is also one of the largest tribal schools to be funded by the Bureau of Indian Education.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Successful criminal background clearance
Successful and/or clear drug screening
Take initiative and work independently
Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups in a multicultural and diverse community
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of confidentiality and the ability to maintain it
Ability to work in a sequential manner using oral and written instructions
Work collaboratively with school and central office administrators, parents, and community members
Work with and relate to Native American children and serve as a positive role model
Demonstrate understanding of and experience with cultural competence
Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures

Nice To Haves

Current or recent experience working with Native Americans or other similar diverse populations
Knowledge of or experience with: AVID, Responsive Classroom, Trauma-Informed Practices, Restorative Practices, Project GLAD, Project Based Learning

Responsibilities

Be available for on-call duty
Maintain effective communication with classroom teacher and program administrator
Maintain professional conduct when working with students, staff, and parents
Provide tutorial services to students individually or in small groups as assigned by the classroom teacher
Assist teacher(s) with planning of special activities, lesson preparation/ implementation and general classroom duties
Assist teacher(s) with classroom management to include discipline
Assist with the supervision of students during building activities such as assemblies and other special programs
Assist with the collection and maintenance of student attendance and lunch information as needed
Participate in building activities as they relate to the sub position
Perform other related work as assigned