Secondary Paraeducator - Resource Support Program

Federal Way Public Schools; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Way Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator to support students with identified disabilities. The role ranges from one-on-one to small-group instruction under the supervision of a certificated teacher.

The position also includes clerical tasks and supervising students in a school setting. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and may meet requirements via AA degree, college credits, or a paraeducator assessment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• AA degree, OR 48 college credits OR pass paraeducator assessment test.

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals and groups as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with instructional and behavioral programs when trained.
• Supervise students and assist with record keeping and communication with staff and parents.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with students with disabilities

Condition Of Employment

Pass a criminal background checkComplete the district's paraeducator core competency requirementsWork scheduled hours on a consistent basis

Knowledge Of

Knowledge of Individual Education Plan (IEP's)English grammar and spellingBasic mathPositive behavior interventionsRight Response and de-escalation techniquesSchool Board Policies

Ability To

Demonstrate basic knowledge of modern technology and willingness and ability to increase knowledge to proficiencyWork independently and work collaboratively with others fostering a team approach whenever appropriate.Maintain a good work attendance record, be punctual, and follow District procedures for reporting all absences.Demonstrate enthusiasm, flexibility and a commitment to students.Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.Develop and maintain positive relations with staff and service providersFollow written and verbal directions with minimal supervisionSpeak, read and follow written communications in EnglishPerform basic spelling, math and grammar skillsDemonstrate the desire, skill and patience to work with students with special emotional, academic and social needs, which may include violent behaviorDemonstrate a caring attitude and establish an environment that encourages appropriate behavior and successful learningExercise judgment as to when to act independently and when to refer to higher authorityPractice ethical and professional standards of conduct including the requirements of confidentialityCommunicate effectively with staff, students, parents/guardians, and the public in a multicultural and multiracial communityInteract positively with students, parents and staff in a professional manner and demonstrate a commitment for students and their successContinue professional growthPerform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:

Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District.Ability to understand and hold self and others accountable for promoting the Federal Way Public Schools' commitment to "Each Scholar: A Voice. A Dream. A Bright Future."Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee will constantly sit, stand and walk, bend neck and back, use hands for repetitive grasping and pushing/pulling. The employee is frequently required to squat, kneel, and use hands for fine manipulation. The employee will occasionally be required to climb stairs/ladder, lift and reach overhead, crawl, and lift/carry. The employee must constantly lift/carry up to 10 lbs and must frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs. The employee will occasionally lift/carry a maximum of 50 lbs. Any lifting over 50 lbs should be done with two people or a mechanical device. The employee is occasionally required to push/pull a maximum force of 200 lbs.WORK CONDITIONS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor and outdoor conditions. This position intermittently works near a video display. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Position occasionally exposed to angry, frustrated, or aggressive individuals, typically in a school classroom environment. Potential exposure to infectious diseases.

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a school year assignment. Hours and days will vary slightly from school to school.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Position reports to classroom teacher and/or department head and building principal. Position is evaluated by the building principal or designee.

REPRESENTATION

Public School Employees Union (PSE) SEIU Local 1948

Level Of Compensation

Paraeducator position on the PSE Salary Schedule. This position includes the following benefits prorated based on FTE - Medical, dental, vision, sick and vacation leave, life insurance and retirement.

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY

Update 07/2015

Additional update 06/2019

Disclaimer

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or veteran statusJob descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include, and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.