24-0150 Paraprofessional 3 1:1 @ Allen Creek Elementary School (Open until Filled)

Marysville school district 25; Marysville (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Marysville School District is seeking a paraprofessional to assist students in Behavior Intervention Programs under certificated staff supervision. The role focuses on supporting learning environments with behavior-focused placement, de-escalation efforts, and student reintegration.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, required certifications, and ability to assist in crisis situations. In-district applicants receive priority consideration and training opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Official transcripts showing 72 quarter credits or an associate degree, or Paraprofessional Assessment with score 455+.
• Paraprofessional Assessment information from NWESD and Prometric site.
• Completion of 14 hours Fundamental Course of Study training in first year.
• Completion of 70 additional hours PD within 3 years for General Paraeducator Certificate.
• Ability to stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, kneel, stand for long periods.
• May involve diapering, toileting, feeding of special needs students.
• Ability to assist in de-escalation and physical intervention when needed.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and assist with Emergency Response protocols.
• First Aid & CPR and Right Response training to be maintained.
• Course verification of basic ABA knowledge and Behavior Intervention Plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist Behavior Program students one-to-one, in small groups, and in integrated settings.
• Help students manage conflict and reintegrate successfully.
• Assist teachers in preparing and delivering materials for individual learning needs.
• Support gross and fine motor strengthening activities.
• Assist with speech/language communication.
• Assist in recreational, playground or PE activities.
• Coordinate with teachers regularly.
• Administer tests and record progress as directed.
• Maintain student records and grades.
• Supervise students and enforce area rules.
• Ensure safe environment with Positive Behavioral Interventions.
• Oversee student activities and safety in assigned areas.
• May transport materials; escort students as needed.
• Collect and maintain data logs for learning goals.
• Utilize computers and program-specific tech.
• Attend trainings with emphasis on behavioral intervention.
• Maintain consistent presence at worksite and hours.
• Interact professionally with students, staff and public.
• Comply with district policies and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency protocols

Organization skills

Respectful approach

Calm under pressure

Student de-escalation

Bilingual communication

Confidentiality

PC skills

Instructional support

Education

High School Diploma

Transcript or degree evidence

Paraprofessional assessment

CPR/First Aid

Fingerprint clearance

I-9 eligibility

Immunization proof

Right Response training

Tools

Prometric testing

ESD 171 training

CPI training

LSCI techniques

Job description

Work Schedule:6.00hours per day(9:20 a.m. – 3:50 p.m.) – 184 days per year (Monday - Friday) 8 positions available

Reports To: Building Principal

Salary:Per Service Employees International Union Local 925 10-Month Employee negotiated salary schedule at https://www.msd25.org/o/District/page/employee-groups

IN-DISTRICT APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION PRIOR TO SCREENING ANY OUT-OF-DISTRICT APPLICANTS.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing assistance to students under the supervision of certificated staff in Behavior Intervention Programs and other learning environments where behavior program-placed students are integrated.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Every Student Succeeds Act requirements (official college transcript with evidence of 72.0 college-level quarter credit hour OR official college transcript with evidence of Associate’s or higher degree OR OR Parapro Assessment with score of 455 or higher)
• Paraprofessional Assessment Information Below:
• Northwest Educational Service District 189
• https://www.nwesd.org/?s=Paraprofessional+assessment
• Mountlake Testing Center
• https://www.prometric.com/
• Completion of fourteen (14) hours of Fundamental Course of Study training during the first school year of employment
• Completion of an additional 70 hours of professional development, within three years, to obtain the General Paraeducator Certificate
• Ability to stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, kneel, and stand for long periods of time
• Position could require diapering, toileting, and feeding of special needs students
• Ability to assist in student de-escalation and physical intervention when needed
• Ability and willingness to work with students who bite, kick, hit, and can be verbally aggressive
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds and assist with Emergency Response Protocols regarding student restraint
• 1st Aid & Adult/Child CPR training (completed within 30 days from date of hire and to be maintained for the duration of this job)
• Right Response training to be maintained for the duration of this job (completed within 30 days from date of hire and to be maintained for the duration of this job)
• Course verification of basic behavioral knowledge regarding Applied Behavioral Analysis and Behavior Intervention Plans (e.g. ESD 171 offerings, The Evergreen State College E-learning site, or other recognized agency/institution approved by Special Education Department)
• Knowledge and course verification of student de-escalation and safe methods of physical intervention during crises (e.g. CPI, Life Space Crisis Intervention, or other recognized agency/institution approved by Special Education Department)
• Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity preferred
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance
• Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later)
• I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
• Completion of all district-required training thirty (30) calendar days from hire date

Essential Job Functions:

This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:

• Assist Behavior Program students in one-to-one, small group, and integrated settings in all instructional areas including academics, socialization, adaptive behavior, and behavioral growth.
• Assist students in dealing with conflict, expressing themselves in appropriate ways, and improving their behavior with an emphasis on successful reintegration.
• Assist teachers in the preparation and delivery of materials specific to student’s individual learning needs.
• Assist students with gross and fine motor strengthening programs and activities
• Assist students with any areas of speech/language affecting successful communication
• Assist in recreational, playground, and/or physical education activities
• Coordinate activities and meet with teacher(s) on a regular basis
• Administer tests and evaluate student progress in topical areas and grade assignments and tests as directed
• Assist teacher(s) in the maintenance of student records and grades
• Supervise students and enforce assigned area rules
• Supervise and correct students as necessary to maintain a safe environment, with a focus on Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports
• Supervise and oversee student activities and safety in assigned areas
• May answer phones, maintain records, collect and distribute materials, inventory, and order and process materials
• May escort students to and from locations
• Collect and maintain data logs regarding student’s learning goals
• Use computers and related technologies as needed by the program goals
• Attend meeting or trainings as required, with emphasis on behavioral intervention and student de-escalation
• Maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours
• Professionally interact with students, staff, and public
• Comply with all district policies and procedures
• Perform related duties as assigned

Desired Skills:

• Ability to assist in the carrying out of Emergency Response Protocols, Behavior Intervention Plans, and during safety incidents requiring reasonable force
• Ability to organize and oversee activities
• Ability to be fair, consistent, and respectful at all times when working with children
• Ability to be consistent, calm, and positive during all student interactions, which may include during times of verbal and physical escalations
• Ability to deal with students in a warm and confident manner
• Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations
• Ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of staff, students, and the public in a multi-cultural environment
• Ability to use necessary equipment, machinery, and tools
• Knowledge of basic academic subject areas, such as spelling, writing, reading, and math
• Knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and procedures
• Basic knowledge of applied behavioral analysis, including how antecedents and consequences affect student behavior
• Knowledge of learning and instructional styles appropriate to assigned grade levels and individual students
• Knowledge of child development concepts, developmentally appropriate curriculum and individualized learning processes for children, indicators of child abuse and neglect, and factors affecting low‑income families
• Course verification of basic behavioral knowledge regarding Applied Behavioral Analysis and Behavior Intervention Plans (e.g. ESD 171 offerings, The Evergreen State College E-learning site, or other recognized agency/institution approved by Special Education Department)
• Knowledge and course verification of student de‑escalation and safe methods of physical intervention during crises (e.g. CPI, Life Space Crisis Intervention, or other recognized agency/institution approved by Special Education Department)
• Skills in written and oral communications
• Skills in handling confidential matters
• Skills in operating a PC (personal computer) utilizing district adopted software
• Skills in learning and interpreting assignments, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Skills in encouraging and tutoring students
• Skills in communication in two languages (English, Spanish, etc.) if applicable

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is confined to a work area; required to have precise control of fingers and hand movements; experiences constant interruptions and inflexible deadlines; and must be able to stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, kneel, stand for periods of time, and lift in order to assist a student with personal care/safety. In addition, this position emphasizes work with students who have been recommended by a team to be serviced by a Behavior Intervention Program (BIP). These programs focus heavily on appropriate behavioral responses to stress, positive socializations, and appropriate interactions with others students. This includes behavioral intervention plans, behavior goals, behavioral modeling, exposure to verbal/physical escalations, and the potential for serious verbal/physical incidents. The employee is required to deal with distraught and/or angry persons and is exposed to infectious diseases carried by children. The noise level in the work environment varies but can be loud during verbal escalations by students.

Evaluation:

The position is a district-wide position dependent on the needs of each Behavioral Intervention Program and shall be evaluated periodically by the Building Principal/Executive Director of Special Education and/or assigns pursuant to the currently established district procedures and evaluation criteria. The process shall include an evaluation of the employee’s performance of the above essential job functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Marysville School District complies with all federal and Washington State rules and regulations and will provide equal employment opportunity and treatment for all applicants and staff in recruitment, hiring, retention, assignment, transfer, promo, and training. Such equal employment opportunity will be provided without discrimination with respect to race, creed, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.

The following Marysville School District employees/departments are designated to address questions and complaints of discrimination:

• Civil Rights: Executive Director of Equity and Family Engagement; 360-965-0008
• Gender Inclusivity: Executive Director of Equity and Family Engagement; 360-965-0008
• Harassment, Intimidation, & Bullying
  • Students: Executive Director of Legal and Risk Management; 360-965-0020
• Title IX: Executive Director of Legal and Risk Management; 360-965-0020

Discrimination and discriminatory harassment may be reported to the district employee/department listed above by phone at [phone]. You also have the right to file a written complaint. Address: 4220 80th Street NE, Marysville, WA 98270.

The Marysville School District is a drug-and tobacco-free workplace.

Classification History:

Job description developed August 2016.

Job description revised October 2016.

Job description revised September 2018.

Job description revised September 2023.