Special Education Paraeducator - Empower Student Success

KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Kelso School District in Washington is seeking a paraeducator to support a special education program. The position runs 6.5 hours per day, 191 days per year, with potential hour reductions for Wednesdays early release, conferences, and holidays.

Responsibilities include assisting the special education teacher with records, timely IEP submissions and progress reporting; supervising students; helping with daily care, safety, and classroom duties; and maintaining confidentiality and professional

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree or higher preferred or 72 quarter/48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher.
• Apprenticeship as a paraeducator acceptable.
• Must complete Fundamental Course of Study training when funded by legislature.
• First aid and CPR cards (or obtain upon employment) and CPI training (or obtain upon employment).
• Experience working with students with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher in maintaining necessary records.
• Submit IEPs and progress reports timely; document provision of services related to an IEP.
• Assist with daily hygiene activities and personal care as needed for students with disabilities.
• Supervise students in cafeteria, classroom, on school grounds and in the community.
• Protect students, equipment, materials and facilities; uphold school rules and policies.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Skills

First aid & CPR

CPI training

Experience with students with disabil"

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits at 100 level

Paraeducator apprenticeship program

Fundamental Course of Study training

Job description

Kelso School District in Washington is seeking a paraeducator to support a special education program. The position runs 6.5 hours per day, 191 days per year, with potential hour reductions for Wednesdays early release, conferences, and holidays.

Responsibilities include assisting the special education teacher with records, timely IEP submissions and progress reporting; supervising students; helping with daily care, safety, and classroom duties; and maintaining confidentiality and professional