Substitute Paraeducator

Kiona-Benton City School District; Benton City (WA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Kiona-Benton City School District in Benton City, Washington is seeking a substitute paraeducator to assist schools on a program need basis. The role involves instruction with and care of basic education and disabled students in self-contained and regular education settings, plus recess, crosswalk duty, clerical tasks, and other duties as assigned.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with PRAXIS or 72 college credits or AA degree; flexible, patient, and able to lift up to 50-75

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required with PRAXIS/college credits or AA degree.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, diplomatic and cooperative.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience working with school-aged children.
• Clerical skills and basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with diverse people.
• Willingness to work with all children and support teachers.
• Must be available Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Assist schools on a substitute/on-call basis as needed.
• Instruct and care for basic and disabled students in various settings.
• Assist with recess and crosswalk duties and clerical tasks.
• Follow district policies and maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Flexibility

Diplomacy

Cooperation

Communication

Teamwork

Clerical skills

Technology

Patience

Positive attitude

Disability awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

PRAXIS/72 college credits or AA degree

Tools

Computers

Job description

Kiona-Benton City School District 52 District Wide - Benton City, Washington Open in Google Maps

Substitute Paraeducator

Kiona-Benton City School District 52 District Wide - Benton City, Washington Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Kiona-Benton City School District

Job Details

Job ID: 4954241

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 01, 2012 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This position will involve working as a substitute/on-call paraeducator to assist schools on a program need basis. The positions will be varied, and may include instruction with and care of basic education and disabled students in self-contained and regular education settings, recess and/or crosswalk duty, providing clerical assistance, and performing other job-related duties as assigned. All duties of the position will be performed within the scope of Kiona-Benton City School District policies and procedures, including regular attendance and punctuality.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. High School diploma or GEDrequired for employmentand must have passed a PRAXIS test, 72 college credits above 100 level, or an AA degree for paraeducator placement. AA degree preferred.

2. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to be flexible, diplomatic and cooperative; follow the teacher’s directions; model appropriate behavior; demonstrate patience, enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward working with students with disabling conditions; maintain composure in difficult situations; value the confidential nature of sensitive student information

3. Physically able to lift students as needed (50-75 lbs) required.

4. Successful experience working with school-aged children required.

5. Successful experience at recess duty desirable.

6. Demonstrated clerical skills, training and/or experience in using computers and other technology applications.

7. Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in assisting students. Ability to be flexible with the varied demands of the position.

8. Ability to communicate effectively and work with a variety of people.

9. Ability to follow directions in a team situation.

10. Willingness to work with all children within the school regardless of abilities.

11. Willingness to support and promote the classroom teachers and to maintain a warm and friendly relationship with those teachers.

12. Must be able and available to work Monday-Friday.

13. Positive evaluations and recommendations required.

PHYSICALDEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent 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 is regularly required to stand, walk and sit, crouch or kneel, bend and twist, use hands, and talk/hear conversations and other sounds. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more. The employee may be required to physically move quickly while performing student supervision duties.

2. The noise level in this work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be assigned to work in outside weather conditions, and may be exposed to weather extremes, including wet and/or humid conditions, cold and heat.

The Kiona-Benton City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kiona-Benton City School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Any inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the School District's Title IX Officer, Title II and Section 504 Coordinator, the Districts Special Services Director at 1105 Dale Ave., Benton City, WA 99320; contact number [phone]. A copy of the district's appeal/grievance procedure is available upon request from the District Office (WAC 392-190-060). Verification of identity, United States work authorization, and Washington State Patrol/Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint process must be completed before employment commences (pursuant to RCW 28A.400) Candidate selected will be employed on a temporary basis subject to completion of the background check.

Position Type: Part-time

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 1105 Dale Ave
• Benton City, Washington 99320
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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