Paraeducator - Early Education Specialized Instructional FWE 1325

Prior toapplying for aparaeducator position you must meet the following requirements:

Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalentAND

• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or universityOR
• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or universityOR
• Completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training CouncilOR
• Received a passing score on one of the PESBapproved assessments (see Monroe SD employment information page for more information)

Location:

Frank Wagner Elementary

Anticipated start date:

2/24/2025

Days per year:

147 MondayThursday

Hours per day:

3.0

Shift time:

8:40 am 11:40 am

Position Info:

• Employees accepting positions in this category are not eligible to transfer to instructional or noninstructional para positions for two 2 years form the date the assignment begins.
• Current PSE members must apply within 5 days to be guaranteed consideration for position.

Job Info:

• This is acontinuing position. Screening of applications will begin 3/10/25.

Benefit Info:

• *Benefits offered: Sick personal bereavement leave Health Reimbursement Arrangement (VEBA) Employee Assistance Program. *Optional Benefits: Additional life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance Deferred compensation Annuities 403(b) Roth) Medical flexible spending arrangement Limited purpose flexible spending arrangement Dependent care assistance program

TITLE Paraeducator Specialized Instructional Early Education

REPORTS TO Building Principal

POSITION SUMMARY
Under supervision perform a variety of instructional activities; assist in promoting student learning; perform routine and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; and complete other related work as required within a collaborative team.

Preferred Education and Experience
A combination of training and experience qualifies a candidate for knowledge and skill requirements. A typical way to obtain required knowledge and skills is:

Experience:
One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multiage groups of children

Education:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by training or coursework in child growth and development instructional technology or a closely related field

Special Requirements:

Candidates must meet the requirements outlined in Washington state law by being at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent AND by satisfying one of the following criteria:

Hold an AA or higher degree from a college or university
Have completed at least 72 collegelevel quarter credits or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education
Have received a passing score on one of the PESBapproved assessments
Have completed a registered apprenticeship program

Candidates must also meet the following requirements:

First Aid CPR and AED certification
CPIcertification for specified positions including Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Structured Learning Center (SLC) and some 1:1 student support positions. Additionally other specific positions may be identified by the Chief Student Services Officer.
Completion of all state required paraeducator certifications
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance
I9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act
HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date District provided)
Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date District provided)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Basic concepts of child growth development and developmental behavior characteristics pertaining to students in grades preschool through age 21 including students with special learning needs and English language needs
Student behavior management strategies and techniques such as PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) and Trauma Informed Practices
Appropriate English usage punctuation spelling and grammar
Basic arithmetic concepts
Positive behavior interventions and supports
Routine record management storage and retrieval systems and procedures

Ability to:
Demonstrate an empathetic patient and receptive attitude toward students of varied age ability and cultural backgrounds
Model appropriate behavior
Communicate effectively in oral and written form
Perform routine tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related equipment and technology
Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults
Follow specific student educational plans with fidelity
Manage and guide student behavior
Ability and willingness to perform the physical requirements of the position
Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information and records
Be flexible with schedule (i.e. job duties responsibilities staff meetings training etc.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in delivery of instructional programs
Work with students with a wide range of physical mental social and behavioral needs. This range includes students with typical academic development to students who are severely intellectually impaired; students with mild physical disabilities to students who are unable to perform basic selfcare; students who are shy and withdrawn to students who are acting out (and may be physical)
Tutor individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities
Monitor and assist students in drill practice and study activities per the instructional program and/or individual student learning plan
Direct students into safe learning activities and functions and assist in shaping of appropriate social behaviors
Monitor and assist in remediation of specific learning problems and conditions
Assist in management of student behavior through the use of positive strategies and techniques. Collaborate and execute the students behavior plan with fidelity.
Assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students at the direction of supervising teacher
Provide support to students who need catheterization (training provided)
Attend to basic care of students including toileting diapering dressing and/or feeding
Perform routine first aid which may include aid to students experiencing seizures or respiratory distress
Maintain a variety of records and files including confidential student records and information
Operate and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional media equipment and technology
Flexibility to learn and accommodate new students as they arrive to the program with individual behaviors and IEP goals
Administer and score a variety of criterion referenced and general aptitude tests and record the test results
Assist in maintaining an orderly safe welcoming and positive learning environment
Deescalate students per district protocol and procedure
Assist with transitions on and off the school bus
Help students unpack and put things in correct location
Monitor student safety at recess
Adhere to federal and state laws and district regulations policies procedures and practices
Mandatory reporting for incidents of child abuse harassment intimidation bullying boundary invasions fights substance abuse etc.
Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
Observe strict confidentiality regarding student and staff information
Maintain regular punctual attendance

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions:
Use of a personal computer for extended periods of time
Use of a telephone and other technology
Ability to perceive the nature of sound; near/far visual acuity depth perception manual dexterity which includes fine and gross motor skills
Ability to communicate orally; operate a variety of equipment and technology
Exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects
Sit stand run or walk for extended periods of time Work is conducted in a shared open classroom environment with consideration toward equipment noise confidentiality voice volume
Physical ability to tolerate exposure to hot cold humid or windy conditions caused by weather conditions with a variety of changing weather conditions and potentially uneven/slippery surfaces
May be required with assistance to lift carry and support students weighing up to or in excess of 150 pounds after proper training for carrying technique and with associated equipment
The job is performed with time spent indoors and under minimal temperature variations; a portion of the day may be time spent outdoors and is subject to a variety of changing weather conditions and potentially uneven/slippery surfaces
Ability to run after eloping students

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
This position is that of a specialized instructional paraeducator and is represented by Public School Employees of Monroe collective bargaining unit. The position will work a schedule in coordination with the District student calendar. Salary and benefits as determined by the current bargaining agreement. Employees are required to complete all mandatory district training by specified deadlines.

EVALUATION PROCEDURES
Performance shall be evaluated annually according to Board and administrative policies procedures and the PSE collective bargaining agreement.

Created: December 2024

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