Para Educator: Student Support & Small-Group Coach

Sylvania; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Wenatchee School District seeks a versatile school assistant for Foothills Middle School. Working under the classroom teacher or administrator, you will support instructional activities in one-on-one, small groups or whole classes.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, curriculums as directed, and supervision before/after school, lunch and recess. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required; punctual and reliable attendance is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum AA degree or equivalent or a passed PRAXIS test required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow written and oral directions.
• Experience teaching social skills to students is preferred.
• Experience working with students with extreme behaviors preferred.
• Comfortable with managing large groups of students.
• Patient, flexible, self-motivated, positive social skills and a calm personality.
• Ability to relate well to students, parents and staff.
• May require prolonged sitting or standing.
• Wear appropriate clothing for climate and weather during recess.
• Attendance and punctuality are important functions of this position.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the building administrator and/or the classroom teacher performs a variety of tasks related to the instructional program to enhance learning experiences in one-on-one, small group or classroom setting.
• Preparing materials for student use and administration of curriculum as directed.
• Before/after school, cafeteria and/or recess supervision.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Flexibility

Calm under pressure

Education

AA degree or equivalent

PRAXIS test

Job description

Wenatchee School District seeks a versatile school assistant for Foothills Middle School. Working under the classroom teacher or administrator, you will support instructional activities in one-on-one, small groups or whole classes.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, curriculums as directed, and supervision before/after school, lunch and recess. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required; punctual and reliable attendance is essential.