Paraeducator, Learning Support 18584-2026

Paraeducator Learning Support

6.5 hours per day 9 months per year

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt

We appreciate your interest in employment withVancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are consideredand reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possessdirectly related experience and expertise training and education may beinvited to participatein the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately due to the number of applications received not all applicants will receive an interview.

Résumésshould include education relevant experience (including current position) and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

All district employees are encouragedto reviewtheir personnelfile periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their degree education or credits experience training etc. as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

Internal applicants must have official transcripts to confirm education on file or included with the application.

External applicants must include official transcripts to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.

Qualifications:

• Documentation verifying a high school diplomaor GED AND
• One of the following: official transcripts verifying an Associates degree (90 quarter 60 semester) OR 72 quarteror 48 semester credits from an accredited university college community college or business school;OR ETS ParaPro Assessmentresult of 461 or higher
• One year of related experience working with children in an educational setting preferred
• Successful experience as part of an educational team preferred
• Experience which demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and skills in working effectively in a team environment providing support to achieve the desired goal(s) for the classroom and/or program area
• Possess excellent problem solving analytical and conflict resolution skills and ability to think quickly

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds
• Ability to learn and use a computer monitor keyboard and appropriate adaptive technologies
• Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from the teacher
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules

Other Requirements:

• Ability to lift move physically restrain a child of the size required by the job
• Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building and grounds
• Ability to observe the behavior of students both visually and by listening
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements

Essential Functions:

• Treat co-workers supervisors students parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serve as a positive role model for students and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Support the appropriate certificated staff member(s) in developing specific goals for each student

• Support the teacher in planning and evaluating overall learning goals and individual students progress.

• Independently oversee student(s) behavior and assist student(s) during class activities.
• In conjunction with certificated staff member assist with classroom activities or provide instruction to student. Assistance provided may include the following areas: academic subjects basic life skills social skills and other areas as assigned.
• Produce and assemble teaching materials as directed by teacher
• Assist with data entry record keeping and filing
• Grade/correct papers and homework utilizing a rubric or key
• Oversee assigned students as they enter/leave school grounds on the playground and in the cafeteria or on field trips as directed by Special Ed certificated staff
• Attend training meetings to broaden expertise in working with students with special needs
• Responsible for collecting and sharing progress data
• Utilize technology to collectIndividualized Education Plan (IEP)data and to inform work with studentsin goal areas
• Lead small groups or individualized instruction in the areas of reading writing math and social/behavioral skills
• Support students in general education classrooms which may require the need to adjust change or modify the assigned work as well as communicating and collaborating with the general education teacher about accommodations and modifications
• Communicate clearly with special education teacher regarding student behavior progress and needs
• Implement suggestions and feedback from other staff related to specific students
• Implement behavior support plans for students with behavior needs
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by administrator in alignment with their job classification

*If asked to perform diapering duty step up to Special Program Paraeducator pay will apply.

Benefits/Compensation:

Salary range: New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However employees who have verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Education School Districts may receive experience credit towards salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessedhere.

Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible forhealth dental vision flexible spending accounts life and disability insurance information including further eligibility criteria can be foundhere.

Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be foundhere.

Time Off: Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off including but not limited to sick vacation personal and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Comprehensive Professional Agreement (CPA) for this positionVAESP CPA.

Required Experience:

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