Substitute - Paraeducator

Administration Office; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Moses Lake School District 161 Administration Office in Moses Lake, WA is seeking a Substitute Paraeducator to assist in instructional and supervision duties across programs. The role operates under the Substitute Salary Schedule with a cap of 600 hours per school year.

Immediate starting date is listed on the posting. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 72 college quarter credits or ETS test, and strong communication skills; bilingual ability is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 72 college quarter credits from a nationally accredited institution or pass ETS test (required).
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet performance expectations as outlined in MLSD #161 Classified Employee Performance Evaluation.
• Always punctual. If absences are required, informs supervisor early enough so that normal work flow is not interrupted.
• Well groomed and has a neat and clean appearance. Dresses appropriately for job assignment.
• Ability to perform custodial care activities such as lifting and feeding students and helping them with such hygiene needs as toileting and grooming; diapering will be necessary.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Promptly and accurately follows specific instructions, and performs duties with a positive attitude.
• Follows a duty schedule as assigned, with flexibility as changes are made.
• Follows prescribed behavior plans as assigned.
• Applies appropriate discipline according to district procedures and behavior plans.
• Works independently and solves problems with minimal supervision.
• Works well with special needs children individually or in small groups to communicate the appropriate learning objectives as outlined in their IEP under supervision of certified staff.
• Builds a positive relationship with all students.
• Encourages special needs students to develop positive relationships with their peers.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual preferred

Education

High school diploma/GED equivalent

72 college quarter credits or ETS test

Job description

Moses Lake School District 161 Administration Office - Moses Lake, Washington Open in Google Maps

Substitute - Paraeducator

Moses Lake School District 161 Administration Office - Moses Lake, Washington Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 4814073
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 08, 2016 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Substitute Salary Schedule

Substitute Paraeducators are limited to working 600 hours per school year.

SUBSTITUTE PARAEDUCATOR: Coordinates activities or performs specialized duties to assist in providing instruction to, and supervision of, students in a variety of instructional and non-instructional programs.
Substitute paraeducators are limited to working 600 hours per school year.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

If you do not have the minimum college credits (72 quarter credits) for this position, you may take theParaeducatorAssessment. Complete this FORM if you'd like to be scheduled for the assessment.

• High school diploma/GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 72 college quarter credits from a nationally accredited institution or pass ETS test (required).
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Always punctual.
• Must be accurate and efficient at completing tasks on time without constant/direct supervision.
• Ability to relate in a positive manner with students, parents, and staff/teachers, supervisory staff.
• Must be able to work effectively with small groups or individual students under the supervision of certificated staff.
• Ability to accurately keep records.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find acceptable.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet performance expectations as outlined in MLSD #161 Classified Employee Performance Evaluation.
• Always punctual. If absences are required, informs supervisor early enough so that normal work flow is not interrupted.
• Well groomed and has a neat and clean appearance. Dresses appropriately for job assignment.
• Ability to perform custodial care activities such as lifting and feeding students and helping them with such hygiene needs as toileting and grooming; diapering will be necessary.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Promptly and accurately follows specific instructions, and performs duties with a positive attitude.
• Follows a duty schedule as assigned, with flexibility as changes are made.
• Follows prescribed behavior plans as assigned.
• Applies appropriate discipline according to district procedures and behavior plans.
• Works independently and solves problems with minimal supervision.
• Works well with special needs children individually or in small groups to communicate the appropriate learning objectives as outlined in their individualized educational program (IEP) under supervision of certified staff.
• Builds a positive relationship with all students.
• Encourages special needs students to develop positive relationships with their peers.
• Willing to