Educational Assistant - Classroom Support & Life Skills

Rochester School District; Rochester (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester School District is hiring two paraeducator positions to support certificated teachers with individualized and small group instruction. Duties include remedial reading/math support, supervision, and clerical tasks, while maintaining confidentiality and safety.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 72 college quarter credits (or AA), teamwork, and WA/FBI fingerprint clearance. Expect regular staff meeting participation and a focus on student social-emotional support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 72 college quarter credits and/or AA or completion of ETS test.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks efficiently and independently.
• Ability to assist students in developing social, academic and self-help skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally, orally and in writing; computer skills.
• Must possess WA State Patrol and FBI fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individualized or small group classroom instruction under supervision.
• Assist with remedial instruction in reading and math for students.
• Supervise students in hallways and lunch room.
• Perform clerical duties as needed.
• Assist with instruction as needed.
• Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality of student information.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service programs, workshops and seminars.
• Work safely and follow district rules and regulations.
• Provide social-emotional and behavioral support for students.
• Teach basic life skills and social skills to students.
• Physically lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to perform all student care duties including hygiene, lifting and personal care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Follow directions

Professional communication

Computer literacy

Fingerprint clearance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AA or 72 college quarter credits

Job description

Rochester School District is hiring two paraeducator positions to support certificated teachers with individualized and small group instruction. Duties include remedial reading/math support, supervision, and clerical tasks, while maintaining confidentiality and safety.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 72 college quarter credits (or AA), teamwork, and WA/FBI fingerprint clearance. Expect regular staff meeting participation and a focus on student social-emotional support.