Special Education 11 Paraeducator-Hollingsworth 7014 Sped
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SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR HOLLINGSWORTH
Day Treatment (DT)
LOCATION: Hollingsworth Academy
REPORTS TO:Principal/Program Psychologist
DEPARTMENT:Special Services
Hours / Work Times
6.5 Hours Per Day 7:40 a.m. 2:40 p.m. includes 30 minute unpaid lunch) Regular Days and Designated Full Wednesdays
4.5 Hours Per Day 7:40 a.m. 12:10 p.m. Wednesdays and Middle School EarlyRelease Days
190 days per year 180 student days/10 holidays)
This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 03/06/25.
Must meet Paraeducator Employment Requirements as follows*:
- Be at least eighteen 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent;AND
- Must meet one or more of the following:
- Have received a passing score of 455 or higher on the Education Testing Service ParaPro Assessment (ETS test/PRAXIS);or
- Hold an Associate Degree or higher from an accredited college or university;or
- Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university;or
- Have completed a Paraeducator Apprenticeship Program (program must be registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council).
*If you do not meet the required qualifications listed above your name will be screened out from the list of qualified candidates.
Upon hire new paraeducators will be required to complete state required training offered through Evergreen School District.
Position Status:1:1 Support
Position Duration: Temporary
Classification Group:Paraeducators Class II $1.50 per hour stipend
**Click this link to find the salary schedule associated with this positionPSE Large Group Salary Schedule
Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:
- Medical dental vision basic longterm disability basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).For additional information clickEPS Benefits Information.
- Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA DCAP HSA FPFSA (w/HDHP) and other supplemental benefits.
Employees may be eligible for employeremployee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).
EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off including but not limited to sick vacation personal religious and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave optionscan be found inthe associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)for this positionPSE Large Group CBA.
We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise training and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation including fingerprints Click here forFingerprinting Services.
Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.
External applicants must include official transcripts (upon hire) to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.
STANCE STATEMENT:
Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities access resources and support they need to be successful. With this in mind our goal is to recruit hire and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local national and global community.
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
Under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher and the Principal the Special Education Paraeducator will assist in the supervision of student behavior and instructional activities working closely with students on an individual as well as small group basis.
*Washington State Core Competencies should be completed within three years of hire.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist the Special Education classroom teacher in supervising and working with elementary and/or secondary students as follows:
- Monitor students at all times.
- Communicate effectively with students staff and parents.
- Deescalation of students in crisis.
- Assist in providing onetoone and group instruction to students so as to meet his/her individualized education program (IEP).
- Assist in evaluating and specifying direction of instruction so as to maximize each students potential.
- Maintain accurate data related to school behavior and academics.
- Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests.
- Implement behavioral management strategies using the emphasis and techniques that have been outlined by the teacher.
- Assist in organizing and preparing a variety of instructional materials.
- Maintain orderliness in the classroom and other student areas.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Provide physical therapeutic interventions including restraint of students when needed using CPI approved techniques.
- Remain calm and emotionally available in volatile situations.
- Participate as an effective team member.
- Diaper students as necessary.
- Feed students as necessary.
- Handle bodily fluids as necessary.
- Lift and/or position students as necessary.
- Attend various training sessions as necessary so as to maintain an uptodate understanding of the special education student.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:
Vision 66100
Speaking 66100
Hearing 66100
Standing 3366
Sitting 3366
Walking 3366
Writing (Up to 33
Bending 3366
Stooping 3366
Acceptable Attendance
Reaching 3366
Squatting 3366
Lifting 3366 Up to 50 lbs. individually
More than 50 lbs. with assistance
At risk for exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.
MENTAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:
Reading Documents
66100
Constant Interruptions
66100
Verbal Communication
66100
Confidentiality
66100
Written Communication
(Up to 33
Multiple Concurrent Tasks
66100
Percentages of requirements of physical and mental tasks are only an estimate. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability will be considered in order for them to perform the essential functions of the job.
66100 Continuously
3366 Frequently
(Up to 33 Occasionally
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY:
Computer typewriter copy machines telephone and all other tools and equipment necessary to perform the essential functions as listed above.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Basic typing/keyboarding.
- Previous experience working with students with emotional and behavioral disorders.
- Experience working with a team to develop and implement Behavior Intervention Plans.
- Knowledge and/or experience of child and adolescent mental health issues.
- Prefer knowledge and/or experience with Collaborative Problem Solving techniques.
- Previous experience working with students in academic areas and/or professional course work in special education.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate monitor supervise and manage difficult students and help them succeed.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with staff and families.
- Must possess personal characteristics of flexibility initiative and cooperativeness.
- Must possess physical strength and ability to deal with aggressive behavior of students.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to problemsolve effectively as incidents occur.
- Demonstrated ability to perform under conditions of constant interruption.
- Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn computer skills and assistive technology.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:
- Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
- Supports a positive school environment that celebrates respects and values diversity where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
- Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.
- Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
- Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
- The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race gender physical limitation sexual orientation or religious belief with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.
Notice of Nondiscrimination:
Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX Coordinator
Cale Piland
Director of Student Services
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver WA
Telephone:
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Cate Winters
Health Services Manager
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver WA
Telephone:
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Tracy Thompson
Senior Director Human Resources
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver WA
Telephone:
Employment Type
Part-Time
