Paraeducator - Preschool 1:1

Olympia School District; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Olympia School District seeks a Paraeducator-Special Education Preschool to support students with general and special education needs across multiple settings. You will assist certificated staff with implementing IEP plans, data collection, and progress reporting, while promoting a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, and clearance; experience with young children in special education is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; ETS exam or 72 quarter/48 semester credits or an Associate degree required.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• Experience with young children in special education preferred.
• Participation in health trainings; First Aid and CPR may be required.
• Willingness to obtain Type II License or Food Handler's Permit.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated staff with implementing IEP-related plans and goals.
• Create educational materials to support student progress toward IEP objectives.
• Collect and communicate data to help evaluate student progress.
• Administer basic first aid and address health care needs as required.
• Maintain student files to support development of educational programs.
• Monitor students to provide a safe learning environment and accommodate curriculum.

Skills

Assist staff

Data collection

First aid

Confidentiality

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Educational testing service (ETS) exam or 72 quarter/48 semester credits or Associate degree

Tools

CPR/First Aid Training

Job description

Job Purpose Statement

The job of "Paraeducator-Special Education Preschool" is done for the purpose of assisting in the supervision and instruction of general and special education preschool students, to address academic, social/emotional, and functional goals across multiple instructional settings.

Paraeducator Required Attachments:

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

2.4 hour per day, continuing position works Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday in the PM preschool class, 180 days per year (plus 10 paid holidays).

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 purpose of increasing staff capacity to implement identified student programs, including instructional and behavioral plans. This would include supporting other staff, as may be necessary, in any aspect of their assigned duties to support students.
• Collaborate effectively with other personnel for the purpose of evaluation of students' progress and/or implementation of students' objectives.
• Contribute to a positive and productive learning environment for students and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality in communications regarding students, staff, and parents.
• Facilitate student independence in the instructional setting in a positive and productive manner.
• Participate in team meetings for the purpose of collaborating and sharing information, and necessary trainings to improving one's skills/knowledge.

Job Requirements - Qualifications:

• Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent, AND when applicable successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Exam, OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (official transcript is required), OR an Associate's (or higher) degree (official transcript is required).
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
• Experience: Prior job related experience with young children who qualify for special education.
• Participate in all OSD required health-related trainings. First Aid and CPR Training may be required.
• Willingness to participate in appropriate training to gain necessary skills to perform this position, e.g. Type II License, Food Handlers Permit.
• Right Response Certification or willingness to obtain and maintain.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Olympia School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Officer – James Whitehead, [phone], [e-mail]; Executive Director of Elementary Education – Autumn Lara, [phone], [e-mail]; Section 504 and ADA Coordinator (Students) – Ken Turcotte, [phone], [e-mail]; ADA Coordinator (Staff) – Starla Hoff, [phone], [e-mail]; Affiantive Action Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator – Scott Niemann, [phone], [e-mail]. Address: Knox Administrative Center, 111 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506.

The Olympia School District will provide reasonable Accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures.Persons with disabilities or are in need of translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed. Human Resources Officer: Voice: [phone] or TDD: [phone] or FAX: [phone].