Paraeducator III - Library - MCMS

Paraeducator III - Library - Meridian CreekMiddleSchool

This is a7 hr/day 10 month position under the Classified Bargaining Unit for the 25-26 SY. The start date isAugust 212025.

Please note: All Paraeducators in the first year are temporary.

DEFINITION

Under the supervision of a teacher or principal works with and/or prepares material for children in the school library. Completes clerical responsibilities in the library and performs related work as required. This position provides tutorial assistance to individuals and to small groups in a number of different subjects at all levels of education.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

An employee in this position is expected to have the ability to help the teacher establish and maintain a climate of learning; have the ability to use own initiative in responding to students day-to-day needs; and must be able to discipline students when the occasion demands.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Corrects mechanical errors in papers; helps keep students up to date on assignments; types and/or makes copies of materials for classroom use; monitors classroom work the teacher has prepared and becomes familiar with daily and weekly assignments in all classes to be able to help students and answer questions; works individually with students at all levels of reading comprehension mathematics and vocabulary; keeps classroom in order changes bulletin boards as directed; participates in various testing procedures scoring and progress; prepares instructional materials; enters student data; files correspondence; completes related clerical tasks and shadows students to monitor behavior and interpersonal relationships.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Business English spelling punctuation and mathematics;
• Current office practices procedures keyboarding and equipment;
• Familiarity with libray system preferred

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Establish and maintain harmonious relationships with students as well as fellowemployees;
• Make mathematical computations and tabulations accurately and with reasonable speed;
• Perform word processing;
• Appropriately respond to and direct students;
• Maintain confidentiality in all phases of work i.e. records meetings parent rights etc.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent as required by Oregon Administrative Rules/Oregon Department of Education. To be considered Highly Qualified applicant must have AA AS degree 72 credits Paraeducator Program or equivalent exam.

Benefits:

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District offers a competitivebenefitspackage including District-paid6% PERS retirement contribution Medical Dental and Vision insurance an Employee Assistance Program andProfessional Development & Tuition Reimbursement(prorated based on FTE).For a full list ofbenefitsoffered to our employees please click note Classified employees must work a minimum of .5 FTE to be eligible for staff are not eligible for Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement.

Community and District Information:

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District is nestled within two thriving cities West Linn and Wilsonville within the rural area of Clackamas County. Both communities have a strong legacy of support for their schools music and arts endeavors and the overall well-being of their patrons. The school district and surrounding communities have experienced steady constant growth over the past three decades. The estimated student population of the District as of December 2024 is 8900.

Itis the policy of the West Linn-Wilsonville Board of Education and School District (WLWV) that no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation age marital status veterans status genetic information or disability shall occur if the employee with or without reasonable accommodation is able to perform the essential functions of the position. These protections apply to students employees and other members of the public. West Linn-Wilsonville School District is committed to equal access and equal opportunity in all activities/services educational programs and employment. Persons having questions regarding equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Director of Human Resourcesat the West Linn-Wilsonville School District .