Life Skills Para Educator (DD) - 6.5-Hour School-Year Role

Shelton-School-District; Shelton (WA); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Shelton High School in Shelton, WA is hiring a Para Educator - Special Education (DD - Life Skills Program) for the 2026-2027 school year. You will support instructional activities, assist with IEP goals, and provide one-on-one tutoring under teacher supervision.

The position is 6.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, temporary for the 26/27 school year with possible extension. Candidates must meet education requirements and pass a background check; asynchronous interviewing may be used.

Qualifications

• Two years (72 quarter credits) of study at an institution of higher learning OR AA degree from an approved institution, OR completion of the ETS ParaPro Assessment with a passing score.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a Federal criminal background check.
• Ability to complete 28 hours of District provided training within the first school year of employment as required by statute.
• Successful experience working with students with developmental disabilities (preferred, not required).
• Ability and willingness to learn and implement new strategies and techniques.
• Ability and willingness to work with students with varying disabilities both cognitive and physical.
• Possession of excellent communication skills including active listening and two-way communication.
• Ability and willingness to maintain an upbeat, positive, and collaborative demeanor.
• Ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Ability and willingness to incorporate lightheartedness and humor into the workplace.
• Ability and willingness to make independent decisions as well as work collaboratively with other staff.
• Ability and willingness to admit faults and learn from mistakes.
• Ability and willingness to apply policies, procedures, statutes, and regulations accurately.
• Ability and willingness to effectively and efficiently perform work in a fast paced environment with competing demands through organization, attention to detail, and prioritization.
• Ability and willingness to work with diverse students, staff, and families.
• Ability and willingness to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsabilités

• Administers tests, homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of assisting teachers and students.
• Assists and supports the teacher with instructional activities which may include reading, writing, math, study skills, social skills, behavior and/or personal living skills.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Assists staff with discipline for the purpose of supporting a safe learning and working environment and building policies.
• Guides independent study (e.g.: enrichment work, remedial work, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student success.
• Implements, under the supervision of the teacher, instructional programs, and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students' academic success through a defined course of study.
• Monitors individual students, classroom, lab, library, playground activities, etc. (e.g.: workstations, breakfast duty, lunch duty, bus duty, field trips and other campus activities) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g.: scheduling, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher and/or administrator in providing necessary records/materials.
• Depending on assignment, assists with development and implementation of students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and developing students’ skills in daily living, physical, social, communication and behavior.
• Depending on the assignment administers first aid, medical assistance, physical support and personal care to include toileting and diapering, for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or disabled children.
• Attends trainings and meetings as appropriate or directed.
• Develops and maintains professional, positive relationships with staff, students, and families.
• Collaborates with staff to achieve student, class, building, and District goals.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Collaborative attitude

Formation

AA degree or 2 years college

High school diploma or equivalent

ParaPro assessment passing score

Description du poste

Shelton High School in Shelton, WA is hiring a Para Educator - Special Education (DD - Life Skills Program) for the 2026-2027 school year. You will support instructional activities, assist with IEP goals, and provide one-on-one tutoring under teacher supervision.

The position is 6.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday, temporary for the 26/27 school year with possible extension. Candidates must meet education requirements and pass a background check; asynchronous interviewing may be used.