Paraeducator - 1:1 Student Specific

Olympia School District; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Vacation leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Olympia School District is seeking a 1:1 Paraeducator to assist in supervising and instructing individual students, enabling placement in the least restrictive educational environment. The role requires collaboration with certificated staff on IEP planning and related supports.

This 6.0 hours per day, 180 days per year position includes medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, plus retirement options and paid leave as outlined in the CBA.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated staff with implementing IEP plans and related goals.
• Create educational materials to support student progress toward IEP objectives.
• Collect and communicate data to help evaluate student progress.
• Administer first aid and address health care needs as required.
• Maintain student files and records for appropriate education planning.
• Monitor students to provide a safe, supportive learning environment.

Job description

Job Purpose Statement

The job of "1:1 Student Specific Paraeducator" is done for the purpose of assisting in the supervision and instruction of individual students. 1:1 Paraeducators work directly with staff and students to enable student placement in least restrictive educational environment.

Paraeducator Required Attachments:

• 2 Classified Reference Letters
• Copy of Para Pro Assessment Test results or official college transcripts

This 6.0 hpd/continuing position works Monday through Friday, 180 days per year (plus 10 paid holidays).

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, as administered by the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Final benefit eligibility to be determined at time of hire. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees), as well as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program. Employees will receive vacation leave, paid holidays and additional compensation beyond their base salary as outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist certificated staff for the purpose of implementation of plans related to IEP program development, including but not limited to functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans and aversive therapy plans, and activities related to communication and OT/PT IEP goals.
• Assist certificated staff with creation of necessary educational materials to enable student progress toward IEP goals and objectives.
• Collect and communicate relevant data for the purpose of assisting certificated staff in evaluating students’ progress.
• Administer first aid, medical assistance and/or address health care needs, including personal hygiene and toileting assistance when necessary.
• Maintain students’ files, records, etc. for the purpose of developing appropriate educational programs for students who qualify for special education.
• Monitor students, across educational settings, for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment, including facilitating necessary accommodations and modifications to curriculum, materials and schedules.
• Assist other personnel, as may be required, for the