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Job Description
*HourlyWage Range -$25.17/hr - $27.94/hr
Hours per Day -
Days per Year - 191
**Shift - 8:00-3:30 Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday
Total weekly hours: 35
If offered a position copies of your high school diploma or equivalent andofficial transcripts or results of the Parapro Examwill be required prior to start date.
IDENTIFYING INFORMATION
Title: Level:
Preschool ParaeducatorE-1
to: Title:
Building Administrator ECEAP Teaching Assistant
Head Start Teaching Assistant
Head Start Kitchen Assistant
SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT
Under general supervision of the building administrator provides assistance to the certificated preschool teacher and/or classified preschool instructor in the development and implementation of daily educational programs for preschool age children in accordance with program standards. Enhances parents role as the principle influence on the childs education and development.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
in planning for the early childhood or preschool educational program.
the daily classroom program as assigned including music meals group
projects free-time and supervision of students.
and organizes the physical classroom space and classroom materials in
accordance with the planned educational program.
positively with all children to support their individual learning and emotional
needs.
and serves snacks and meals to the children; eats with the children.
with recordkeeping on individual children and families as directed; completes
written observations and participates in development and implementation of
individualized student plans.
knowledge and skills in early childhood education through participation in
training activities and/or college level courses.
standardized screening tools as directed.
in interdisciplinary planning for children and families including staffings
and other cross-component coordination efforts.
at least one parent meeting per year. Encourage and supports families in
working toward the goals they set for themselves.
assume the responsibilities of the classified preschool instructor in his/her
absence.
as bus monitor (Head Start program). Assist with loading and unloading
children and their personal items; assist driver with supervison of bus riders
ensuring safe and appropriate behavior; assist driver in emergency situations;
follow and demonstrate bus rules and regulations; ability to safely perform bus
evacuation procedures; assist driver with maintaining attendance records as
requested; and lead developmentally appropriate activities on the bus.
other duties as assigned
The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Childhood Education (ECE) certificate or degree or CDA credential. (Note: This requirement does not apply to the Head Start Kitchen Assistant.)
(1) year of previous successful preschool kindergarten or related experience working with low income families; AND
Degree: OR two (2) years of study (72 quarter hours) at an accredited college or university OR passing score (455) on state or local academic assessment. This requirement is mandated by ESEA No Child Left Behind Act of 2002.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
of developmentally appropriate practices for three to five year old children.
to communicate effectively and relate positively to students parents staff and volunteers in a diverse environment.
to adjust to varied situations demands and new instructional concepts.
to proficiently keyboard utilize word processing and spreadsheet software; navigate the internet; and operate email applications.
to operate general office equipment such as photocopier fax personal computer telephone etc.
to attend occasional evening meetings and visit parents in their homes.
to supervise students on regularly scheduled field trips.
Certification and Licenses
and background check.
of physical exam and TB testing. For positive test results a statement from a doctor or a chest x-ray must be provided.
County Food and Beverage Handlers Permit within ninety (90) days of hire.
Aid card.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
high school classes in early childhood education.
income and current or past preschool program parent.
to personal vehicle and proof of insurance.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a regular elementary school building. Ability to bend stretch twist walk reach requiring ordinary physical effort; lift 40 lb. and push/pull 60 lb.; listen more closely than normal daily life; use fingers hand and limbs with ordinary skill and speed are all required. Exposure to dust fumes bleach and disinfectants traffic infectious diseases/sickness human waste occasional extreme noise levels and occasionally high risk emotionally disturbed or dangerous individuals when making home visits.
FLSA:Non-ExemptAFFILIATION:ESPCP
JOB CLASS:Paraeducator WORK YEAR:191 Day (Headstart & ECEAP)
257 Day (Headstart only)
*Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.
** Shifts are subject to change.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.
Head StartandECEAPprograms require an additional background checkprior to an offer for employment. The Portable Background Check can be initiated at fundedHead Startand state fundedECEAPprograms require that all staff working with children receive an initial health examinationrequires that all staff working with children complete a two-step Mantoux tuberculosis (TB) skin test or proof of Negative Mantoux TB test in the 12 months prior to hiremedical therapy to treat TB or a recent negative chest x-ray and a statement from a health care providerregular and ongoing medical care and do not pose a risk to the young children (ages 0-5) or pregnant mothers that our program serves.Head Start requires this documentation prior to employment. ECEAP requires documentation within the first 30 days of employment.
AllHeadStartandECEAPstaff to provide specific immunization documentation related to measles mumps rubella (MMR) by January 31 2022 (RCW 43.216.690).
Insurance Benefits
Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical dental vision long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.
Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link information on available benefit options.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. . For eligibility information check on the link to theDepartment of Retirement Systems web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Clink on the link for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.
To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clover Park School District 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. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW Lakewood WA 98499-1341: Title IX Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director for Student Services Section 504/ADA CoordinatorGreg Davis Executive Director for Student Services Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director for Student Services
Employment Type
Full-Time
