Special Education Paraeducator: Student Support & Class Aide

Sylvania; Aberdeen (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Aberdeen School District No. 5 in Aberdeen, Washington is hiring paraeducators to support teachers and students, supervise activities, and help with classroom preparation.

The position is 6.5 hours per day, 186 days per year, with open eligibility until filled; CPR/first aid training and a background check may be required. Bilingual abilities are a plus and there is emphasis on documentation and testing support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one of the following: AA degree, 72 college-level quarter credits, The state approved paraeducator assessment test
• Additional Requirements: Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with students
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking

Responsibilities

• Monitors student progress and share observations with teachers, other professional staff members and parent/guardians.
• Assist teacher in the daily management, organization, monitoring and safety of children; supervises recess and lunch periods, field trips, locker rooms, study and detention rooms and student arrival/departure activities.
• Collect and prepare instructional and non-instructional materials as directed; assembles worksheets, lessons, art supplies and other materials; create and post bulletin boards; correct worksheets; quizzes and assignments.
• Supervise and conduct individuals and small groups in educational, creative and structured play activities; assists with classwork and assignments; tutors and monitors student activities in the classroom and special sessions.
• Monitor student behavior and progress, and share observations with teacher and other professional staff; may participate in parent-teacher conferences. Administers discipline as authorized.
• May operate a computer using educational software to provide student instruction and assistance.
• Process and distribute forms, correspondence, worksheets, tests, and schedules by using office machines such as computer, photocopier and other standard office equipment.
• May enter data into computer and maintain various databases.
• Attend program meetings and training held on additional days beyond the 180-days school year.

Skills

Grammar knowledge

Office procedures

Typing 45 wpm

Computer literacy

Work under pressure

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Record-keeping

Written & verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AA degree

72 college-level quarter credits

Paraeducator assessment test

Tools

Word processor

Photocopier

Job description

Aberdeen School District No. 5 in Aberdeen, Washington is hiring paraeducators to support teachers and students, supervise activities, and help with classroom preparation.

The position is 6.5 hours per day, 186 days per year, with open eligibility until filled; CPR/first aid training and a background check may be required. Bilingual abilities are a plus and there is emphasis on documentation and testing support.