Paraprofessional Special Education High Needs

Camas School District; Camas (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEBB benefits eligibility

Retirement via TRS/SERS

Job summary

The Camas School District is seeking a paraprofessional to assist in self-contained or specialized programs, coordinating with teachers and special services staff to support students in accessing regular and special education programs.

Responsibilities include implementing IEPs, preparing materials, maintaining records, and providing for students' physical and behavioral needs, with emphasis on safety, data collection, and collaboration with the classroom team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and credits or AA/AS degree or state exam required.
• Fundamental Course of Study and General Certificate per state guidelines for instructional paraprofessionals.
• Experience with special needs students in an educational setting.
• Academic proficiency comparable to assigned grade/subject area.
• Basic knowledge of sign language preferred.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office and database entry.
• First aid/CPR certification should be acquired and maintained.
• Training in the appropriate use of physical restraints should be acquired and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Implement specialized or adaptive procedures and curriculum materials as instructed by the teacher.
• Prepare and utilize appropriate materials for use with students.
• Implement IEPs as designated.
• Provide for physical needs of students including potential catheterization, bathrooming, diapering, body fluids handling, lifting, and transferring.
• Maintain records as instructed and collect student data for progress reports.
• Support and implement behavioral plans with students.
• Assist with adapting classroom materials.
• Facilitate independent working, social, and self-help skills.
• Provide first aid when needed and assist with physical restraints as required.
• Perform other duties to support student success.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Planning and organizing

Quality

Adaptability

Dependability

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA/AS degree or 72 quarter/48 semester credits

State paraprofessional exam pass

Tools

MS Office

Database entry

Job description

Position:

1005024

Purpose:

In coordination with the classroom teacher and special services staff provide 1:1 and/or small group assistance in the self-contained or other specialized programs offered through special services to support students' potential to access regular and special education programs and academics.

Essential Functions:

• Implement specialized and / or adaptive procedures and curriculum materials as instructed by the teacher.
• Prepare and utilize appropriate materials for use with students.
• Implement individual education plans (IEP) as designated.
• Provide for the physical needs of students which may include catheterization, bathrooming, diapering, handling body fluids, lifting, and transferring students.
• Maintains appropriate records as instructed by the teacher or other special services staff.
• Collect and record student data. Provide progress reports to teacher.
• Support and implement behavioral plans with students.
• Assist with the adaptation of classroom materials.
• Facilitate independent working, social, and self-help skills.
• Provide first aid to students as needed in an emergency.
• Provide physical restraint as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned to support the success of the students and the classroom.

Successful performance of this position requires an individual who can demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner with minimal supervision. Gather and analyzes information and maintains confidentiality.
• Interpersonal Skills: Remains open to ideas, exhibits a cooperative attitude.
• Effective Communication: Articulate and appropriate verbal and written communication skills.
• Planning and Organizing: Ability to organize and prioritize activities.
• Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and is able to deal effectively with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability: Regular reliable attendance, follows direction, and solicits feedback.

Professional Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent AND 72 quarter/48 semester credits OR AA/AS degree OR pass the state exam for paraprofessionals.
• Instructional paraprofessionals, as defined by the state per WAC 179-01-020, are required to complete the Fundamental Course of Study and General Certificate per the state guidelines.
• Experience working with special needs students in an educational setting.
• Demonstrated academic proficiency comparable to assigned grade and subject areas.
• Basic knowledge of sign language preferred.
• Basic computer skills to include MS Office software and database entry.
• Acquire and maintain first aid/CPR certification.
• Acquire and maintain training in the appropriate use of physical restraints.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

• Stand for long periods of time.
• Stoop, bend, walk, run.
• Work in noisy environments.
• Physically assist students.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Camas School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and educational programs. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/ RCW 28A.640 & ADA compliance officer and Section 504 coordinator.

Benefits:

School Employee Benefit Board (SEBB) Eligibility determination: All eligibility determinations are based on rules in Chapters 182-30 and 182-31 of the Washington Administrative Code (WAC). If the position is anticipated to work a minimum of 630 hours in a school year, then that position would be deemed benefit eligible. SEBB benefits include medical, vision, dental, long-term disability and life insurance. Supplemental coverages are also available.

Retirement Eligibility determination: A certificated position participates in the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) which requires at least 5 months of 70 or more hours of compensated employment during a school year to be eligible for Washington State Retirement. A classified position participates in the School Employee Retirement System (SERS) if the position is expected to require at least 5 months of 70 hours or more for two consecutive years (initially) of employment.

Acknowledgment

I understand that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. My signature indicates that I have reviewed and understand the requirements of this position.

Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ______________________