Secondary Paraeducator - Resource Support Program

Federal Way Public Schools; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Way Public Schools seeks a paraeducator to support students with identified disabilities in one-on-one to small group settings under a certificated teacher's supervision. Duties include instructional and clerical tasks, supervising students, and assisting with classroom operations.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with options for AA degree, 48 college credits, or passing the paraeducator assessment. Experience with reading instruction and IEP knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• AA degree or 48 college credits or paraeducator assessment
• Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills
• Experience in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment
• Experience working with students with disabilities

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals and/or groups in specific skills as directed by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in administering special instructional and/or behavioral programs when trained.
• Communicate and work with related resource personnel.
• Supervise students in accordance with the school and district policies.
• Plan daily/weekly with the teachers and other staff servicing the same students.
• Assist students and teacher with record keeping.
• Assist the teacher in communicating with other building/district staff members.
• Assist the teacher in communicating with parents.
• Discuss information pertaining to students with teacher or other appropriate staff within your building.
• Inform the advising teacher of any observed problems or information regarding an individual student.
• Give positive reinforcement to students during the school day.
• Assist with room maintenance and control of books and equipment.
• Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.
• 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.

Skills

Tutoring

Student supervision

Record keeping

Communication with parents

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

AA degree

48 college credits

Paraeducator assessment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Resource Support Programs (RSP) are provided to students with identified disabilities who demonstrate an increased need in one or more academic domains. The Paraeducator's duties will include assisting with special education students ranging in one-on-one to small group instructional activities, under the supervision of the certificated teacher/specialist. Other duties will include assisting with a variety of clerical tasks and the supervision of students assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Tutor individuals and/or groups in specific skills as directed by the teacher.
• When trained, will assist the teacher in administering special instructional and or behavioral programs.
• Communicate and work with related resource personnel.
• Supervise students in accordance with the school and district policies.
• Plan daily/weekly with the teachers and other staff members servicing the same students.
• Assist students and teacher with record keeping.
• Assist the teacher in the communicating with other building/district staff members.
• Assist the teacher in communicating with parents.
• Discuss information pertaining to students with teacher or other appropriate staff within your building.
• Inform the advising teacher to any observed problems or information regarding an individual student.
• Give positive reinforcement to students during the school day.
• Assist with the room maintenance and control of books and equipment.
• Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.
• 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 working with students with disabilities

Condition Of Employment

• Pass a criminal background check
• Complete the district's paraeducator core competency requirements
• Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

Knowledge Of

• Knowledge of Individual Education Plan (IEP's)
• English grammar and spelling