Paraeducator - Mainstream Special Education SUPPORT

Bethel School District; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethel School District is seeking a 1:1 paraeducator to support certificated staff with instructional and non-instructional activities for mainstream special education students. The role includes instructing students individually or in small groups, monitoring progress, and supervising activities to promote safe, productive learning.

Responsibilities also cover record-keeping, behavior management, and collaboration with staff, families, and the public as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AA degree or higher preferred for interview eligibility.
• Must complete Right Response Training within 3–5 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated staff with instructional and non-instructional activities for mainstream special education students.
• Instruct students individually or in small groups and monitor progress.
• Supervise student activities and maintain records of behavior and progress.
• Support students with interpersonal and personal skills development.

Skills

Instructional support

Classroom supervision

Behavior management

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree or higher

Job description

Position Hours And Pay

This position is for 6.5 hours per day at 168 days per year.

And 3.5 hours per day for 10 days.

And *7 hours per day for 4 days for the first year and 2 days each year following until certification is completed.

Position pay: PSE Salary Schedule Level 5 - $ 25.40

Important Information

THIS IS A 1:1 SUPPORT PARAEDUCATOR POSITION. A CHANGE IN ASSIGNMENT AND/OR LOCATION MAY OCCUR BASED ON STUDENT SPECIFIC NEEDS AND VARIANCES IN SCHOOL ENROLLMENT.

Official Hire Date

Your hire date with the Bethel School District is based on School Board approval. This date depends on multiple factors and may change without notice. Please contact HR with any questions.

Required Training

Person hired for this position must also complete Right Response Training within 3-5 months of hire.

• Must successfully complete the Fundamental Course of Studies (FCS) and General Paraeducator Certificate of the state mandated Paraeducator Certificate Program per State requirements. Paraeducator Certificate Program is dependent upon State funding.

IMPORTANT: In order to be considered for an interview for this instructional paraeducator position you must meet the following federal minimum employment requirements.

• Must be 18 years of age; and
• Hold high school diploma or its equivalent; and one of the following
• Successfully passed the ParaPathwayys Assessment test or Pearson Paraprofessional assessment
• AA degree or higher
• Earned seventy-two (72) quarter credits or forty-eight (48) semester credits at an accredited institution of higher education
• Completion of registered apprenticeship program offered by the Washington State Dept. of Labor & Industries
• Successful completion of The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program

Para testing information.

https://www.bethelsd.org/programs-departments/human-resources/career-opportunities/instructional-paraeducator-requirements

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Job Description

This position's responsibilities are to assist certificated staff with instructional and non-instructional activities for mainstream special education students, including instructing students individually or in small groups, monitoring and documenting student behavior and progress, and supervising student activities.

Job Summary

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Education

Depending upon the individual assignment to classrooms or resource rooms, the Paraeducator - Mainstream Special Education may perform all or a combination of the following:

• Instructs students individually or in small groups in a variety of learning activities to promote student understanding of materials presented. Provides encouragement, reinforcement and achievement of educational objectives and goals defined by certificated staff. Under direction of certificated staff, may administer and supervise objective tests or other measurements.
• Communicates with certificated staff concerning individual student progress; adjusts methods to meet the needs of students with a variety of disabilities; consults with certificated staff concerning remediation or enrichment activities.
• Assists certificated staff in maintaining records, logs, charts, assignments and other records for assessment of student progress. May correct, score or grade papers and assignments according to guidelines or instructions.
• Supervises student behavior in classrooms, playground, halls, at lunch or breaks, at bus boarding areas, on field trips and at other sites as assigned to promote safe and appropriate student behavior. Corrects behaviors and maintains discipline according to established policies and procedures. Instructs students in behavioral rules and codes for student safety, socialization and individual growth.
• Assists students with interpersonal and personal skills mastery.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with students, staff, parents and the public for student progress and safety, and community relations.
• May provide physical assistance to handicapped students, such as lifting and positioning or assistance with personal hygiene.
• Monitors need for first aid for injured or ill students and refers for treatment as appropriate.