*HourlyWage Range:26.30/hr - $29.19/hr

Hours per Day:6.5

Days per Year:191

**Shift:6:30am - 9:20am 1:40pm - 4:15pm

A complete application will include:

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

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

Under the general direction of the Building Administrator this position provides paraprofessional and support services to the building in the areas of classroom instruction; school office library and health room support; Schoolwide project services; in-school suspension playground crossing guard and lunchroom support. This position works with students from a variety of multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Classroom Instruction Support: Monitor student activities (i.e. drill practice and research) after lessons and instructions have been given by teacher. Administer and monitor tests and other assessment instruments as assigned. Maintain classroom discipline in the absence of the teacher complete appropriate misconduct forms and/or report behavior to the teacher or principal. Produce teaching aids and other classroom materials as directed by the teacher. Collect assemble catalog and distribute resource materials. Distribute and account for textbooks and other miscellaneous equipment. Operate audio-visual equipment. Maintain records files and supplies. Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom environment. Accompany students on field trips. Monitor and guide students during emergency drills. Assist students with course assignments. Take classroom attendance and may collect money. Classroom instruction support may be provided to individuals small groups or the entire classroom as directed by the teacher. Monitor students on the playground. Provide lunchroom support and service. Assist students to safely cross streets at crosswalks.
• Library Support: Supervise the library in the absence of the librarian. May supervise students and volunteers in the library. Prepare and issue library cards. Instruct students on how to use the library and materials. Operate and demonstrate audio and visual equipment. Assist in maintaining a neat clean and orderly library.
• Clerical Support: Prepare and maintain reports correspondence order cards overdue notices bibliographies and a variety of forms and materials. Maintain files and records library materials and instructional pamphlets student schedules inventory and equipment lists. Order receive and distribute supplies and materials. May collect and account for money received from copy machines and fines.
• Student Bus Safety: Assist students with personal needs and equipment on and off the bus. Assist with management of high-risk students that are severely emotionally disturbed and/or dangerous. May prepare and give intervention or carry out certain medical treatments in times of emergency medical plans. Assist passengers and drivers in evacuating the bus in an emergency. Assist drivers in performance of daily vehicle inspections and interior cleaning of the bus to ensure compliance with State and district regulations. Instruct students within small group or one to one as assigned by the bus driver.
• McKinney Vento Truancy Native American program support: Assist the Student Services department with McKinney Vento/Foster youth and their families providing supports to buildings with BECCA petitions and Community Engagement Boards Native American students and their families to include events and programs supported by the Student Services office. Provide onsite supervision for the McKinney Vento after school program.
• General Duties: Prepare correspondence and reports. Responsible for maintaining department supplies. Provide daily directions to student assistants and district volunteers. Monitor student activity in the In-School Suspension Center as students work on assignments that have been prepared and given by the classroom teacher. May serve on various district committees and/or departmental work teams. Model appropriate and cooperative behavior including protecting confidential information consistent with district ethical guidelines. Foster and maintain strong productive relationships with district employees parents students and other community members. Work with a variety of people in a positive manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or its recognized equivalent (GED) and must meet one of the following:

• Have received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the board;
• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university;
• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university;
• Have completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council;

Experience

• Six (6) months experience working with children or young adults.

Board approved assessments

• ETS ParaPro test takers must meet or exceed Washingtons qualifying score of 455.
• Pearson Paraprofessional test takers must meet or exceed 220 (that score is equivalent to the 50 out of 72 scorable multiple-choice questions set by the Board).
• Master Teacher Inc. test takers must meet or exceed 65%. A candidate must receive a passing score on each of the two assessments to be certified.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to accurately and proficiently keyboard and utilize standard office software programs.
• Ability to perform basic clerical tasks such as filing and use of office equipment such as a personal computer telephone fax and photocopy machine and audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently within established guidelines.
• Ability to supervise elementary middle and high school students in large and small groups.
• Ability to listen and respond appropriately to student needs.
• Ability to communicate and interact clearly concisely courteous and respectfully with students parents guardians volunteers teachers and other staff with diverse backgrounds in a multi-cultural setting.
• Ability to make sound judgments in emergencies or crisis situations.
• Ability to learn skills of verbal de-escalation restraint techniques and behavior management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure meet strict deadlines and maintain established time schedules.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner with all levels of staff and community members.
• Ability to learn and apply District policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Skill in handling storing and transmitting confidential information in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA requirements.
• Must be organized and dependable.

Certification and Licenses

• Fingerprinting and Background check.
• First Aid and CPR Card.

• Paras 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: Bus Para In School Suspension Para Library Para and Preschool Para.
• Completion of Right Response training within ninety (90) days of hire date. (For Special Education Paras Only)

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• College credits or degrees in education or related field.
• Two years experience paraeducator experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in regular school buildings and campuses 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. May have to negotiate steps ramps uneven surfaces and going outdoors in all types of weather to reach some classrooms and/or other district sites. While performing the duties of this job the employee may occasionally work in outside weather conditions and be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions temperature fluctuations fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals commonly used in instruction and/or cleaning. It may be expected that the individual could be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials during the course of their duties. The employee may be exposed to infectious diseases as carried by students.

FLSA: Non - Exempt AFFILIATION: ESPCP

JOB CLASS: Para-educator WORK YEAR: 191 day

196 days Library Para

*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.

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 System Plan. For eligibility information check on the link to theDepartment of Retirement Systems website.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Click on the linkhttps:// 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 ethnicity creed religion color national origin immigration or citizenship status age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression gender identity homelessness the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability neurodivergence the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability or marital status. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address questions and complaints of alleged discrimination to the following individuals at Clover Park School District 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW Lakewood Washington 98499-1341:Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director of Compliance and Student Services ;Section 504/ADA Coordinator Jennifer Herbold Executive Director of Special Education . Title IX inquiries may also be directed to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR) Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures and how to report a concern or complaint is available at OSPI required language per RCW 28A.300.286 is available at