Substitute - Pre K Assistant (Hourly) - 26-27

Seattle Public Schools•John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence, WA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for potential hiring as a Paraprofessional substitute, specifically connected to the Early Childhood Education department. Candidates selected will be hired as Para substitutes with the intent to cover Pre K IA vacancies when needed. Eligibility to cover other IA vacancies will also be in place. The Special Education Assistant Substitute assists in the supervision, care, and instruction of special needs students in regular or self-contained classrooms. This role involves assisting in implementing instructional plans, monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time, providing information to school personnel, and attending IEP meetings as requested. Job duties vary based on school/program needs, including generalist, severe/profound, behavior disorder, hearing impaired, and autism specializations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an associate degree, OR completion of two years of college (72 quarter hours or 48 semester hours of college credit), OR a passing score on the Praxis Parapro Assessment Test.
One (1) year of related paid or volunteer work experience.
Valid State of Washington Driver's License.
Secure Training CPR/First Aid.
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance.
Ability to perform basic math, including calculations with fractions, percents, and/or ratios.
Ability to read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and present information to others.
Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices.
Knowledge of age-appropriate student activities.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of conflict resolution.
Knowledge of stages of child development/behavior.
Ability to adhere to safety practices.
Ability to operate standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to gather and/or collate data.
Ability to use job-related equipment.
Flexibility to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances.
Ability to work with data utilizing defined and similar processes.
Ability to operate equipment using standardized methods.
Ability to work with a wide diversity of individuals.
Ability to work with similar types of data.
Problem-solving skills to identify issues and create action plans when working with others.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Ability to communicate with diverse groups.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to work with constant interruptions.
Ability to keyboard.
Ability to learn to use personal computers.
May require the ability to do basic signing.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a special education teacher (will substitute for the experience requirement).

Responsibilities

Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials for special education students to ensure participation.
Administers materials and assignments (e.g., tests, homework, grades papers, folders) to assist in evaluating student progress and organizing student needs.
Administers first aid and medical assistance as required.
Assists students with personal care needs due to medical conditions or physical limitations.
Directs and implements behavioral plans for students with behavior disorders or other conditions to meet needs, ensure safety, and provide a consistent environment.
Instructs students in academic subjects, social skills, and daily living skills in individual and group settings to reinforce instructional objectives and implement remediation plans.
Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g., adapting materials, checking papers, attendance, setting up projects).
Monitors students during assigned periods in various school environments (e.g., restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots) to aid students and ensure a safe learning environment.
Willingness to substitute at schools throughout the District and in all types of classrooms.
Performs other related duties as assigned.