Para Educator — Empower Students in Small Groups

Lake-Washington-School-District; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington High School is seeking a Para Educator to support teachers and students within the Lake Washington Learning Community. The role involves assisting with individualized and small group instruction for students with physical or behavioral needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with options for AA or higher or two years of college credit, or passing ParaPro/PARAPRO assessments, and a criminal background check.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold an AA or higher OR two years of college credit OR have passed ParaPro or Paraprofessional assessments.
• Official documentation will be required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with diverse needs.
• Supports students' health care needs and develops daily living and behavioral skills.
• Assists staff with classroom preparation and retrieval, use and storage of equipment and supplies.
• May supervise and assist students in library, classrooms, resource rooms, playgrounds, or bus assistance.

Skills

Para Educator support

Education

AA or higher / 72 college credit hours

Educational Testing Service ParaPro score 455+ OR Pearson Paraprofessional 220+

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lake Washington High School is seeking a Para Educator to support teachers and students within the Lake Washington Learning Community. The role involves assisting with individualized and small group instruction for students with physical or behavioral needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with options for AA or higher or two years of college credit, or passing ParaPro/PARAPRO assessments, and a criminal background check.