Location: Bremerton,WA, USA
The deadline for this position was July 31 however, this position is open until filled. Hours range from 2.5-6 hours. Pay is for the 23/24 school year and is subject to change for the 24/25 school year. This position could be in a Shield classroom. This is not for a specific school this is for positions we have open districtwide.
To be considered for any Paraeducator position (including Substitute positions), please provide a copy of your high school diploma or GED equivalent (unofficial copy).
To be eligible for a regular Paraeducator position, please provide ONE of the following:
* An official transcript from an accredited college or university conferring your AA Degree (or higher)
* An official transcript identifying successful completion of 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits from an accredited college or university
* A copy of your ParaPro Test (Praxis) with a passing score of 455 or higher
BREMERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT 100-C
JOB DESCRIPTION - PARAEDUCATOR
JOB SUMMARY
The position of Paraeducator is responsible for assisting teachers with planning curriculum; preparing materials and resources for student instruction; conducting student assessments for placement/progress reporting; maintaining student records. Paraeducators serving special needs students may be required to assist with student mobility; provide medical support; perform therapy sessions as directed; operate assistive technology; and assist with the implementation of the student's Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Reports to and evaluated by: Building Supervisor or Designee
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under the supervision and direction of a certificated staff member, the paraeducator will:
* Instruct individuals or small groups to promote student learning objectives (i.e. reviewing letters/sounds, introducing new concepts/strategies, assisting students with self-corrections). This includes assisting with the implementation of students' Individual Education Plans, including progress reporting and WAAS portfolio prompts.
* Supervise students to ensure safety and well-being (i.e., classroom, lunchroom, recess, safety patrol, bus duty, parking areas). Supervision of special needs students may include students who exhibit unsafe, aggressive, or self-injurious behaviors or have medical conditions that require assistance and supervision.
* Maintain student records/information (i.e. student daily attendance, grades, individual education plans, assessments); assess and monitor student progress; assist in the preparation of reports and documents to meet district and/or state reporting requirements.
* Conduct student assessments to determine student placement and to evaluate progress.
* Assist certificated staff with planning and preparing curriculum, materials, and resources as needed.
* Process students' daily work; correct, grade, and record papers; communicate progress to students and teachers.
* Assist students with toileting and basic hygiene needs; able to perform a one- or two-person lift.
* Provide medical assistance (i.e., suctioning, tube feeding, disbursing medications, and seizure monitoring) and/or therapy sessions (i.e., occupational, physical, or speech language therapy) as directed by certificated staff or health care professionals. This may include medical assistance that requires specific training by a health care professional.
* Provide off-site supervision of students participating in a work-based learning programs or athletic activities.
* Attend meetings and training as required to improve knowledge and maintain skills.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
* Significant: talking, hearing, vision, kneeling, squatting, crawling, lifting, carrying.
* Frequent: standing, walking, pushing/pulling, handling paperwork, reaching above the shoulder, lifting up to 35 pounds independently or over 35 pounds as part of a 2-person lift, exposure to blood/bodily fluids, moderate to loud noise levels.
* Occasional: running, climbing, repetitive motion, use of personal computer/phone/vacuum cleaner, use of assistive technology, exposure to chemicals.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Education: High school diploma or equivalent; 72 college credits, or an AA Degree, or successful passage of the ETS ParaPro Assessment is required. Some child development course work or training preferred.
* Experience: Previous experience with children in a school environment preferred.
* Ability to perform the essential job functions in the work environment with or without reasonable accommodation.
* Possesses knowledge of child development and learning styles. Ability to assist in planning curriculum and to apply new methods of instruction.
* Skilled in use of standard office equipment including computer and relevant software; skilled in use of current technology or willingness to learn; ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, demonstrating the proper use of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
* Possess effective human relations skills.
* Ability to work with minimal supervision; organize and prioritize work; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, students and the community.
* Ability to maintain a professional demeanor, defuse tense situations, and remain calm under pressure.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work related matters.
Updated February 2013