Paraeducator- Transitional Kindergarten

BENEFIT INFORMATION

Eligibility for SEBB medical dental vision life insurance AD&D and LTD if anticipated to reach 630 hours in the school year. Eligibility for retirement based on 3.50 hrs/day or more for 5 or more consecutive months. Optional tax-sheltered annuities: Omni 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave vacation leave (260-day employees only) and sick leave prorated based on FTE.

Selection for interview is based on evaluation of complete application file. Employment offer is based on employee evaluations discipline history and attendance records training and experience references and interview results. Hourly rate placement contingent upon verification of related WA public school experience.

This position is included in the classified staff non-supervisory bargaining unit. Union shop requirements and the Collective Bargaining Agreement apply to this position.

Employment contingent upon completion and verification of form information and background check with fee to be paid by applicant.

Pay for contracted classified employees is distributed once/month on the last business day of the month. Pay for employees who work less than full year is spread through August. Questions concerning pay processes may be directed to the Personnel Office.

Classified Personnel

Job Description: Paraeducator/Transitional Kindergarten

Bilingual Required

Responsible to: Building Principal and/or Certificated Teacher

Work Year: 180 Days / 6.50 hours per day

General: Work under the direction and in cooperation with a certificated staff member.
From September to October the paraeducator will assist supervising teacher (s) by providing tutor intervention support.
From November to June the paraeducator will work with individual and small groups of students ages 4-5 in a classroom setting. The paraeducator may also provide supervision duties.

Minimum Qualification:
At a minimum AA degree or higher or two years of college (72 quarter credits) or
Ability to meet State-determined performance standards in reading math and writing (i.e. para-educator assessment).
Previous experience working with kindergarten students or preschool age children preferred.
Bilingual/literate in Spanish and English preferred and/or may be required depending on site.
Must possess a current Washington State Drivers license and provide proof of automobile insurance and be able to travel.
Must be able to operate standard office equipment plus computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Google applications and willingness to learn Skyward MSIS and other student data management systems.
Must be able to operate standard office equipment.
Must be flexible have the ability to work with all types of people and be attentive to detail/paperwork.
Must under the process related to learning concepts in a variety of topics.
Must be able to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to work independently and foster effective communication and relationships with others.
Ability to handle student information in a confidential manner.
Must be able to work with staff and students including the monitoring and disciplining of student activities.
Must be able to function in a calm efficient and courteous manner under stress and to exercise careful judgment confidentiality and tact in the performance of duties.
Ability to maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours specified under contract.
Must professionally interact with culturally diverse students staff and members of the public.
Must establish professional and ongoing contacts with students.
Must be able to obtain a valid First Aid certificate and CPR training.
Must comply with all district policies and comply with the code of professional conduct.

Position Responsibilities:
Work with individual and small groups of students ages 4-5 in a classroom setting.
Assist supervising teacher(s) by providing tutor intervention support supervising student work reporting on progress organizing materials setting up projects and giving support as needed.
Assist students in accessing educational software programs or other technology appropriate to the students learning targets.
May be required to perform routine office functions.
Supervise and direct students in various environments such as classroom playground recess periods and lunch room.
Assist in administering student discipline.
Perform minor first aid and monitor student safety.
Providing personal care support (such as toileting) may be required.
Perform such other duties as from time to time may be required.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:
AA degree or higher or two years of college (72 quarter credits) or ability to meet State-determined performance standards in reading math and writing. Previous experience working with elementary specifically kindergarten children desirable. First Aid card and CPR training may be required.

Language Skills:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to staff. Bilingual skills may be required.

Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities:
Ability to operate a personal computer and related software. Ability to develop effective working relationships with students staff and the school community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee frequently is required to stand walk sit or talk or hear. The employee must be able to lift 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and peripheral vision. The employee needs to be able to tell where a sound is coming from and hear in a noisy environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is continuously responsible for the safety well-being and work output of students.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Eligibility for SEBB medical dental vision life insurance AD&D and LTD if anticipated to reach 630 hours in the school year. Eligibility for retirement based on 3.50 hrs/day or more for 5 or more consecutive months. Optional tax-sheltered annuities: Omni 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave vacation leave (260-day employees only) and sick leave prorated based on FTE.