Instructional Paraeducator - Categorical (Intervention Support)
Instructional Paraeducator - Categorical (Intervention Support)
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Not Disclosed
Salary Not Disclosed
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Please note this posting is open until filled.
POSITIONInstructional Paraeducator- Categorical (Intervention Support)
LOCATION Centennial Middle School
SCHEDULE
Hours/Day - 6
Days/Year -191
SALARY
Level2 Paraeducator -SNAP Salary Schedule
Placement is dependent on experience
Pay is annualized over 12 months
JOB TYPEHourly
UNION/CONTRACTSNAP (PSE)
START DATE August 27 2025
SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT
The Instructional/Intervention Paraeducator plays a key role in assisting students in grades 6-8 by providing targeted academic interventions social-emotional learning (SEL) and behavioral skill-building support. This position interacts continuously with students to reinforce positive behaviors through restorative practices and collaborates with the intervention team to support students growth both academically and socially.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent; AND one of the following education requirements:
- Associate Arts or higher degree OR
- 72-quarter credits (48 semester credits) from an accredited college OR
- Pass an academically rigorous assessment.
- Knowledge of child growth and development in a school setting.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with instructional activities.
- Demonstrated ability to develop positive relationships with staff students and families.
- Demonstrate mature behavior and sound judgment in working with parents students staff and the community.
- Demonstrated interest in working with vulnerable students with a broad range of disabilities.
- Ability to follow directions carry out routines and implement interventions as directed by certificated staff or supervisors.
- Ability to use technology (Google/Microsoft Suite) to support students maintain data and communicate with staff.
- Possess adequate health and physical strength necessary to assist with student mobility and relocation.
- Proficiency in basic communication skills and the ability to see hear and listen to the teacher and students throughout the classroom or school settings to supervise and maintain a safe environment for a diverse group of students.
- Able to meet the physical demands of the position which may include and is not limited tokneeling bending and working or sitting on the floor with students; running after students based on student needs.
- Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance.
- Completion of all district-required training within thirty (30) calendar days from the hire date.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop positive professional relationships with students that build trust and confidence.
- Provide student support to reinforce academic learning and SEL skill
- Provide students instructional support using materials and strategies selected by the teacher including but not limited to IEP and 504 modifications and accommodations.
- Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on a sympathetic understanding of individual students their needs interests and abilities.
- Ensure student health and safety by following established building expectations.
- Complete written reports accurately and participate in student meetings as needed.
- Follow protocols when reporting student incidents or behaviors to the building administrator.
- Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding student information.
- Participate in PLCs and professional development and training.
- Monitor and facilitate student movement in the building and in the lunchroom.
- Demonstrateregular and predictable attendance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of:
- Basic child guidance principles and practices.
- Correct oral and written usage of English.
- Basic subjects taught in NCS academics including arithmetic grammar spelling language and reading.
- Safe practices in classroom and school
- Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.
- Basic record-keeping techniques.
- Basic computer operation.
- Supporting students with behavioral disabilities or emotional regulation needs.
Ability to:
- Understand NCS and academy site organization operations and objectives.
- Assist in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students as assigned.
- Maintain effective relationships with students parents staff and the public through professional and regular communication.
- Perform clerical duties including filing duplicating and maintaining instructional materials.
- Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Learn the procedures functions and limitations of assigned duties.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate a patient understanding and receptive attitude toward students.
- Monitor and discipline students as per approved policies and procedures.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Operate instructional and office equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. This position will work in a school classroom office and outdoor work environments.
Physical Abilities - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of their job. The employee must be able to:
- Sit or stand for extended periods.
- Bend at the waist kneel or crouch to assist students.
- Reach overhead above the shoulders and horizontally.
- Hear and speak to exchange information.
- See to monitor student activities and behavior.
- Possess dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities and prepare materials.
- Ability to walk in the classroom and outdoor environments.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Building Administration/Director of Student Support & Categorical Programs
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary and work yearare determined by thenegotiated agreement and the needs of the District.
Verification of identity and United States work authorizationmust becompleted before employment commences. The successful candidate for thispositionmust complete a fingerprinted background check with the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Employment is contingent upon clearance of the background check.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HEALTHCARE BENEFITS -Employees who meet the eligibility criteria outlined in Chapter 182-31WAChave access to medical dental vision supplemental life and supplemental disability insurance through the School Employee Benefit Board (SEBB).
RETIREMENT -All regular non-substitute employeesare enrolledin a state retirement plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
SICK LEAVE -All regular non-substitute employees receive 12 sick leave days (proratedbased on FTE) and paid time off. Substitute employees receive sick leave perRCW49.46.210.
PAID TIME OFF -All regular non-substitute employees receive paid time off including annual and/or vacation leave. Paid time off varies bypositionand work year. Refer to the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreement or salary schedulefor details.
OTHER BENEFITS
Classified employees receive 10-13 paid holidays (depending onposition& work year). Refer to the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreement or salary schedulefor details.
Employeesmay beeligible forVEBAincluding monthlyaccrualand/or sick leave conversion. Benefits arepositionspecific. Refer to the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreement or salary schedulefor details.
West Valley 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. The following employeeshave been designatedto handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Sabre Dahl 2805 N Argonne Rd. Spokane Valley WA 99212 Phone: .Section 504 Coordinator Dan Andrews2805 N Argonne Rd. Spokane Valley WA 99212 Phone: .
Employment Type
Full-Time
