Paraeducator- 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 Kindergarten (Bilingual Required)

Responsible to: Building Principal and Supervising Teacher

Work Year: 180 Days / 6.75 hours per day

General: Will work under the direction and in cooperation with a certificated staff member. The paraeducator will work with individual and small groups of kindergarten students in the classroom setting including academic and behavior support

Minimum Qualification:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 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).
• Good communication skills both oral and written.
• Previous successful experience of working with elementary-age children.
• Knowledge or training in positive behavior management and supports
• Ability to learn and monitor various student learning apps and programs
• Ability to operate standard office equipment plus computer skills with knowledge of Google applications.
• Sensitivity towards children; ability to promote a childs self-concept and self-regulation skills
• Engage with students and staff to support a positive school climate.
• Must be able to function in a calm efficient courteous manner under stress and to exercise careful judgment confidentiality and tact in the performance of duties.
• Must be able to understand and follow written and oral instructions and be able to work independently.
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize daily workload.
• Must be able to work with staff and students including the monitoring and disciplining of student activities.
• Must be able to obtain a valid First Aid certificate and CPR training if required.
• Ability to maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regularly work hours specified under contract.
• Must comply with all district policies and code of professional conduct.

Position Responsibilities:

• May be required to perform routine office functions including answering telephones filing and other clerical duties.
• Supervise and direct students in various environments such as classroom playground recess periods and lunch room.
• Perform minor first aid and monitor student safety.
• Assist in behavioral supports and problem solving with students.
• Assist classroom teacher by administering progress monitoring and benchmark assessments correct assignments filing papers organizing materials setting up projects and giving support as required.
• Tutor individual and small groups of students to carry out daily instructional goals as necessary.
• May assist teacher with construction of classroom activities and preparation of bulletin boards.
• May provide general classroom housekeeping.
• Assist students/teacher with technology and materials.
• Prepare and inventory materials necessary for the classroom assignments.
• Assist with lesson preparation and classroom participation
• Follow District rules and policies.
• Assess situations for student safety to determine efficient and effective action.
• 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-age 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 using current technology (i.e. email). Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to staff. Depending on assignment 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 commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with and/or follow protocols independently concerning problems to preserve the safety of staff and students.

Other Skills and Abilities:
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 is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to push items of 50 lbs such as pushing children on a bike or moving/rearranging furniture. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and peripheral vision.

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 loud at a standard acceptable for this environment. 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.