Instructional Assistant/Paraeducator - Overlake Specialty School

Overlake Hospital Medical Center; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 26,243 - 43,339; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year

Medical insurance premiums as low as $0

Generous retirement plan matching

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Bellevue is seeking an Instructional Assistant/Paraeducator to support special needs students in a therapeutic school setting. The role involves assisting with IEP development and classroom supervision during school hours. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and educational background. This full-time position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and is part of a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Must meet Washington State paraprofessional guidelines (2 years of college credit).
• Experience in working with children with learning disabilities is preferred.
• Right Response certification required within first 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development & delivery of the IEP.
• Supervise classroom activities.
• Provide direct support to special needs students.

Skills

Working with special needs students

Behavioral management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Education or Mental Health field

Job description

Instructional Assistant/Paraeducator - Overlake Specialty School page is loaded## Instructional Assistant/Paraeducator - Overlake Specialty Schoollocations: Bellevue, WAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-9825# **Welcome to a medical center where you're the center of attention.****Pay range:**-Hourly$19.05 - $28.58**UPDATED Pay range: $29.51 to $31.46*****Instructional Assistant /Paraeducator***The Overlake Specialty School is a year-round school serving the special needs of students in elementary through high school. Each student comes to the Specialty School with different life experiences, dispositions and learning histories. We provide a therapeutic environment where students learn functional, social, academic and behavioral skills by direct instruction and hands-on experience through healthy relationships with adults and peers.This role is Monday - Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm, providing assistance to special needs students in a classroom setting. You will be essential in assisting in the development & delivery of the IEP while working closely with the classroom teacher to supervise classroom activities.**Qualifications*** Must be a high school graduate and also meet the Washington State paraprofessional guidelines (2 years of college credit).* Bachelors in Education or Mental Health field preferred.* Previous experience working with behaviorally disturbed, mentally ill, and/or children with learning disabilities preferred. Previous experience in either intensive psychiatric treatment facilities or school systems is helpful.* Position requires Right Response certification within first 6 months of employment* Positions requires non-healthcare CPR and First Aid certifications within the first year of employment.* Current WA State driver's license preferred# We're proud to offer that support you in every stage of your career and life. But it's our inspirational culture that has made us one of America's Top 150 places to work in healthcare for several years in a row.* Local, visible leaders who care about you.* A values-based work environment.* Medical insurance premiums as low as $0 per month.* Many Overlake services covered at 100%.* Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.* Generous retirement plan matching starting at 5% and increasing to 7% after five years with immediate vesting.* Pre-tax and Roth after tax retirement savings plans.* An expanded Employee Assistance Program.* A caregiver support program to help with everything from childcare to eldercare.* Free parking and Orca transit passes.If this sounds like an environment where you'll thrive, we'd love to hear from you.Posted pay ranges represent the entire pay scale, from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional pay based on shift, certification or level of education. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience and internal equity. If you have questions about Overlake's pay practices, employee benefits or the pay for a specific position, please contact [e-mail]