Chehalis-Temporary SpEd Resource Para/Program Assistant (CMS) 2026-27

Chehalis School District; Chehalis (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Chehalis School District is seeking a Temporary Special Educational Paraprofessional at Chehalis Middle School for a leave replacement from Jan. 4, 2027 to Apr. 30, 2027 (78 days).

The role runs 7.0 hours daily (7:20 am–2:50 pm) with duties including student supervision, support for teachers, and clerical tasks. Responsibilities include adapting assignments, assisting with safety and behavior, and helping maintain learning environments.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet one of the following: paraeducator assessment score or college credits.
• Experience with school-age children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers and supervises students under direct supervision.
• Relieves teachers of routine clerical tasks and supports lesson delivery.
• Supports students in daily living and behavioral skills.
• Maintains classroom records and assists with scheduling.

Skills

Clerical skills

Arithmetic

Communication skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

College transcript or ParaPro score

Job description

This posting is for a leave replacement Temporary Special Educational Paraprofessional-Resource/Program Assistant position at Chehalis Middle School. The position is a leave replacement from Jan. 4, 2027 to April 30, 2027 ONLY (78 days). This position is 7.0 hours per day (6.0 hours Temporary SpEd Para and 1.0 hour Crossing Guard) and the anticipated schedule is 7:20 am - 2:50 pm.

Required Attachments

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• 2 Letters of Recommendation
• High School diploma/transcript or recognized equivalent (GED)
• College transcript OR state approved ParaPro Assessment Score report

Position Summary

As a Temporary Special Educational Paraprofessional, will assist (under direct supervision) in the supervision and instruction of students, relieving teachers/counselors of routine clerical tasks, and assisting students as needed.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Essential Job Functions

• Adapts classroom work/homework under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing a method to support and/or reinforce classroom objectives
• Administers first aid for the purpose of providing emergency care
• Assists the student(s) in such physical tasks as moving from room to room, eating, toileting, participating in class activities, emergency drills, etc.
• Assists teachers and parents for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and/or developing students’ daily living and behavioral skills
• Maintains classroom equipment, students’ files/records as pertains to education files/records for the purpose of ensuring a safe and appropriate learning environment
• Monitors individual students, classroom activities, for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment
• Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions, correcting student work, scheduling, copying etc. for the purpose of supporting the teacher or program

Other Job Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Confers with teachers, parents and/or appropriate community agency personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students’ progress and/or implementing students’ objectives
• Participates in various meetings for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving one's skills/knowledge
• Performs the essential of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
• Completes work at assigned workstations
• Consistently deals with people in a courteous and professional manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements/Qualifications

Experience Required

Prior job-related experience, paid or volunteer, with school age children.Experience as a classroom paraprofessional preferred.

Minimum Employment Requirement

Must be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. In addition, must meet one of the following:

1. Have received a qualifying score on a state approved paraeducator assessment; or
2. Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
3. Have earned 72 quarter credits (100 level or higher) or 48 semester credits (100 level or higher) at an accredited college or university

A copy of your high school diploma and official college transcript (if applicable) must be provided upon hire.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required

Skills to perform basic clerical functions, perform basic arithmetic calculations, operate standard office equipment, including the use of basic computer applications, use English in verbal and written form, use correct grammar, punctuation and spelling. Skills to communicate effectively, problem solve.

Knowledge of principles of child development, instructional processes, problem solving methodology.

Abilities to sit for prolonged periods, understand and carry out oral and written instructions, maintain confidentiality of student records, fulfill schedules and meet deadlines, read/interpret/apply rules, regulations, policies, rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations.Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity and may include lifting/carrying 25 lbs.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding and/or Testing

Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance and Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form required; First Aid/CPR Certification and Hepatitis B Vaccine Series may be required.

Reports to: Building Principal

Additional Job Information

The position is a leave replacement from Jan. 4, 2027 to April 30, 2027 ONLY (78 days).

Compensation and Benefits

Temporary positions are subject to the terms or conditions of the Teamsters Local 252 Bargaining Agreement per Article 1.2.5 Temporary Employee. Temporary positions include health benefits, as described below, and sick leave. It does not include paid holidays or personal days. See Article 7-Leaves and Article 16-Schedule A.

The District complies with State Law regarding SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) and DRS (Washington State Department of Retirement Systems) eligibility and benefits. If eligible, SEBB benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSA), and Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP). Retirement benefits, if eligible, may include membership in SERS retirement plans and other voluntary benefits.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Chehalis School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, ethnicity, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to youth development organizations listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.

Chehalis School District offers classes in many career and technical education (CTE) program areas, including Agriculture, Business and Marketing, Family and Consumer Sciences, Skilled and Technical Sciences, Health Sciences and STEM. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, etnicidad, condición de veterano o estatus militar con baja honorable, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, falta de vivienda, inmigración o estatus de ciudadania, la presencia de cualquier discapacidad sensorial, mental o física, neurodivergencia , ni por el uso de un perro guía o animal de servicio entrenado, y garantiza el acceso equitativo a las organizaciones de desarrollo juvenil enumeradas en el Título 36 del Código de los Estados Unidos como sociedades patrióticas.

El Distrito Escolar de Chehalis ofrece clases en varias áreas con programas de educación vocacional y técnica (CTE), incluyendo Agricultura, Negocios y Mercadotecnia, Ciencias de la Familia y del Consumidor, Ciencias Técnicas y Calificadas, Ciencias de la Salud y STEM. La falta de dominio del idioma inglés no será una barrera para la admisión y participación en programas de educación profesional y técnica.

Title IX Coordinator: Tommy Elder, 360-807-7235, [e-mail]

Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Katie Howell, [phone] option 3, [e-mail]

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Leslie Wohld, 360-807-7200, [e-mail]

Career and Technical Education Coordinator: Don Bunker, 360-807-7235, [e-mail]

Address: 310 SW 16th Street, Chehalis, WA 98532