Para - SPED Preschool -

*HourlyWage Range -$27.00/hr - $30.23/hr

Hours Per Day - 6.75

Days Per Year - 191

**Shift - To Be Determined

A complete application will include:

• copy of your high school diploma or recognized equivalent
• unofficial college/university transcripts or results of the ParaproExam.

CLASS SPECIFICATION

INFORMATION

Title: Level:
Special Education Paraeducator IIE-2

to: Title:
Building Administrator Life Skills
Special Education Preschool

OF ASSIGNMENT

Job incumbents work under general direction of the building administrator and under specific direction of the classroom teacher. The primary purpose of this job is to assistthe teacher with implementation of an educational program for special education students by providing instruction as assigned behavior management preparation of classroom materials and primary care of life skills students such as lifting toileting washing and feeding. Assignment may be at the elementary or secondary level.

FUNCTIONS

Depending upon the needs of the students and the direction given by the special

education teacher any or all of thefollowing essential functions may be applicable to

the job assignment.

with IEPpreparation at the direction of the classroom teacher. Monitors

timelines for due process with re-evaluations and IEPs under the guidance of the

special education teacher.

with preparation for and implementation of behavior management

techniques educational and vocational instruction and vocational placement

programs.

students in large or small groups or one-to-one as assigned by and under

the direction of the special education teacher.

students with hygiene and personal needs such as lifting toileting washing

and feeding. May prepare and give intervention and medication or conduct certain

medical treatments following training by and under the direction of licensed nursing

staff. Such treatments may include but are not limited to: catheterization

nasogastricfeedings suctioning supervision of a student self-administering glucose

checks or insulin injections seizure management individualized emergency medical

plans etc.

or assists special education teacher with administration of assessment

instruments.

materials for use by student teacher and parents; types hand draws

reproduces and collates.

class during special education teachers absence. Supervises students

during lunch recess on and off the bus assembly and to other building locations.

personal computer for data entry and to produce correspondence and reports;

operates typewriter copier FAX and other office machines.

the direction of the special education teacher maintains students records

and files such as FTE count month end reports schedules attendance records

credits earned and required classes and credits for graduation. May monitor three

(3) year evaluations for state compliance.

transport and/or accompany students on field trips and other outings.

11. May assist with profile development for education and vocation planning.
work with high risk students who display significant behavior concerns as part

of their disability who display significant behavior concerns as part of their disality.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may besupplemented as necessary. The positionmay performa variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

and Experience

school diploma or its recognized equivalent (GED) and; two years of study at an

institution of higher education (72 quarter hours); or an associates degree

(or higher); or a passing score on a state or local assessment.

(3) years of successful work experience with special education students.

of the Fourteen (14) Special Education Core Competencies or obtain

within the first 90 days from date of hire.

4. Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate or degree or CDA credential. (Note: This requirement does not apply to the Head Start Kitchen Assistant.)

5. One (1) year of previous successful preschool kindergarten or related experience working with low income families;

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

of the following:

a)Classroom/behavior management techniques

b)Special Education terminology

c)Lifting toileting and feeding techniques

d)Restraint techniques

e)Verbal de-escalation

to work independently and to independently learn operations procedures.

processes and uses of equipment.

to exercise sound judgment including the handling of confidential matters.

to lift up to 50 pounds and knowledge of proper lifting techniques.

to communicate and interact clearly concisely courteous and respectfully

with students parents guardians volunteers teachers and other staff in a diverse

environment.

to adjust to new and different working conditions.

require personal vehicle and proof of automobile insurance and Type II Drivers

License.

8. Ability to learn and implementmedical intervention techniques under the direction of

a knowledgeable professional.

and Licenses

and Background check.

Washington State Drivers License and proof of insurance may be required.

II Drivers License may be required.

Aid and CPR Card.

are required to complete the district provided Fundamental Course of Study (FCS) as outlined by the Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB). Positions excluded from this requirement are as follows: Health RoomPara Bus Para In School Suspension Para Library Para Preschool Para.

QUALIFICATIONS

credit with major in education psychology counseling or social work.

VI. WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performedin regular school building located throughout the District. Ability to sit or stand for prolonged period of time; use of fingers hands and arms; operate a motor vehicle and tolerance of loud noises and physically demanding situations are all required.

FLSA:Non-Exempt AFFILIATION:ESPCP

JOB CLASS:Paraeducator WORK YEAR:191 days

*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. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employees responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

Federally fundedHead Startprograms require that all staff working with children receive an initial health examination a screening for tuberculosis (TB) regular and ongoing medical care and do not pose a risk to the young children (ages 0-5) or pregnant mothers that our program serves.

The State fundedECEAPprogram requires 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 hire medical therapy to treat TB or a recent negative chest x-ray and a statement from a health care provider that the staff member does not pose a risk to others

AllHeadStartandECEAPstaff to provide specific immunization documentation related to measles mumps rubella (MMR) by January 31 2022 (RCW 43.216).

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 CoordinatorJennifer Herbold Executive Director for Special Education Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director for Student Services