Paraeducator - Functional Core Program

Federal Way Public Schools; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Way Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator for the Functional Core Program to support students with disabilities and learning needs. You will work under a certificated teacher, assisting with instructional and non-instructional activities, health care tasks, and behavior plans as required.

The role includes supervising students in various settings and contributing to a safe learning environment, with duties ranging from classroom prep to direct student support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• One of the following: AA degree, 48 college credits, or pass the paraeducator assessment test.
• Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated teacher in meeting IEP goals and maintain records.
• Prepare classroom and materials as directed.
• Keep facilities clean and safe.
• Assist students with personal care such as feeding and toileting.
• Perform medical procedures as directed by a nurse, including catheterization and tube feeding.
• Lift and position medically fragile students as needed.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and activities; assist in bus duties.
• Develop and maintain positive rapport with students and staff.
• Report concerns to supervisor and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

AA degree / 48 credits / paraeducator test

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The functional core program (FCP) is for students with identified disabilities who demonstrate primary learning needs in the functional life skills domain. This position requires the paraeducator to work under the direction of a certificated teacher. Duties include instructional and non-instructional activities for special education students. The paraeducator's role is to assist students with learning and health care needs such as: feeding, tube feeding, toileting, catheterization, and lifting. This position may also require the paraeducator to work with students who have behavior problems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Under the direction of the certificated teacher, the paraeducator will assist students with meeting their IEP goals/objectives and keep accurate records.
• Prepare classroom and materials as directed.
• Keep the facilities clean and safe.
• Assist students with washing, diapering, toileting, assist students with personal hygiene, and other personal care.
• Perform medical procedures and determined by a registered nurse such as: administration of medication, catheterization, suctioning, and tube feeding.
• Lift and properly position medically fragile students frequently.
• Work with students that have behavior problems that may require restraining. Demonstrate the ability to implement and follow behavior plans.
• Supervise/assist students at lunch, recess, Adaptive PE., music, library and possibly in a regular education classroom setting or out in the community.
• Assist student on and off the bus.
• Develop and maintain a positive rapport with students and staff.
• Report and direct any questions or concerns brought to you by parents or support staff to your immediate supervisor.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform instructional clerical tasks.
• Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers.
• Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• And one of the following:
  • AA degree, OR
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) and 48 college-level semester credits or 72 college-level quarter credits, OR
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) and pass the state approved paraeducator assessment test

Additional Requirements

Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills

Experienced and/or training in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and knowledge of working with students with special health care needs and developmental disabilities

Condition Of Employment

• Pass a criminal background check
• Pass fitness for duty examination
• Washington State driver’s license
• Possess and maintain Type II driver’s license
• Complete the district's paraeducator core competency requirements
• Possess and maintain Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) certificated course
• Successfully complete the FWPS district-approved Right Response training at the advanced level at the next available time; maintain current certification at the advanced level through an annual recertification class