SpEd Paraeducator CYO: Special Programs: 26-27 CL33

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

All candidates who wish to be considered for this position must complete and submit the online employment application.

6.5 hours per day, 186 days per year including holidays, CURRENT YEAR ONLY.

Two positions available.

Benefits eligible:

Comprehensive Benefit information can be found here.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Open until filled

Qualifications:

Required:

• 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

Condition of Employment:

• Pass a criminal background check
• Complete the District’s Paraeducator Core Competency requirements
• Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

May be required:

• Possess and maintain American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR and first aid training
• Type II driver’s license
• Successfully complete the district approved Right Response training at the advanced level at the next available time; maintain current certification at the advanced level through an annual recertification class if assigned to a resource support position

Primary Responsibilities/Duties:

• Monitors student progress and share observations with teachers, other professional staff members and parent/guardians. Assist teacher and students in preparation of student work and program documentation.
• 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.
• Monitors student health. Maybe required to perform services which maintain personal hygiene of students, such as toileting, diapering and dressing. May be required to assist with adaptive/medical equipment to include tube feeding and catheterization.
• Assist in administering district, state and national tests; maintains diagnostic and test data for teacher; maintains and updates student records, class lists, attendance and other data. Monitors administration of individual academic assessment evaluation.
• May be required to provide basic first aid care to ill and injured students.
• Assist in maintaining physical appearance of classroom; straighten chairs/tables, put materials away after use.
• Acts as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behavior to students; assist teacher in maintaining a classroom conducive to learning.
• Prepares equipment and supply inventories and orders materials as necessary.
• Assist in the supervision of volunteer and student assistants.
• 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.
• Supervises students in educational. supportive and structured activities.
• Attend program meetings and training held on additional days beyond the 180-days school year.
• Maintains files and records. Document activities and progress as required.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information and records.
• Maintain a pleasant, enjoyable atmosphere with student groups.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and English usage.
• General knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment, and ability to operate standard office equipment such as word processor and photocopier. Keyboarding skills at 45 words per minute for some positions.
• Ability to learn and willingness to use computer equipment and various software programs.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and be flexible to meet deadlines.
• Physical ability to perform required duties which may include lifting and positioning students in and out of a vehicle, wheelchair, therapy equipment, etc.
• Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions, policies and procedures. Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to handle students with behavioral and physical handicapping conditions.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the general public.
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively communicate information to students, parents and staff.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to calculate ratios and percentages and interpret graphs.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.The employee is frequently required to stand or walk; and occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance.The employee must be able to push items of 50 pounds such as pushing children on a bike, in a wheelchair, or moving/rearranging furniture.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud at a standard acceptable level for this environment.The employee is responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.The employee is exposed to infectious diseases/illnesses carried by students.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aberdeen School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to Christi Clinkingbeard, Title IX Officer [phone] [e-mail] and Stefanie Lamont Section 504/ADA Coordinator [phone] [e-mail]. Aberdeen School District No. 5, 216 North G Street, Aberdeen, Washington 98520.istrict No. 5, 216 North G Street, Aberdeen, Washington 98520.