THIS IS AN OPEN POSTING FOR SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONALS - APPLICATIONS WILL BE SCREENED AS NECESSARY.
Required Attachments:
Cover Letter
Resume
2 Classified Reference Forms and/or Letters
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Paraprofessionals may be assigned to one or more duties as assigned and may assist with, but not limited to the following: manage & maintain library, classroom, cafeteria, playground, bus supervision, Remediation, Special Education, in-school suspension, computer lab, etc.
Work with severe needs children
Providing small group/individual instruction for a variety of academics, as defined by student needs
Working with individuals or small groups to implement accommodations and support as defined by IEP for academics, recreational activities, etc.
Address behavior in a positive, growth-producing manner
Provide computer-assisted learning
Correcting and charting of work and data collecting
Preparation of materials and keeping records as related to IEP
Attending to all personal care needs as assigned throughout the educational environment.
This might require transferring to and from wheelchair, toileting, personal hygiene and feeding
Assist with issues of accessibility: lunch; opening doors; picking up and returning students to bus drop
Provide motor therapy activities as requested and assigned by nurse, therapist, or teacher
On a non-student day, assist in the department as assigned
Attend planning meetings with teachers and special service staff
Act as a member of a student de-escalation/restraint team
Assists in maintaining materials inventory (e.
g.
library books, media equipment and related instructional materials, etc.
) for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and ensuring the availability of materials when required.
Performs circulation activities (e.
g.
item check-in and check-out, prepare circulation count, lists of overdue items, etc.
) for the purpose of controlling the use, location and availability of items in the collection.
Processes library books, periodicals, and related media materials (e.
g.
logging into master files; barcoding, shelving, producing required reports, etc.
) for the purpose of providing students and staff with required materials.
Repairs books, periodicals, and related materials for the purpose of ensuring the availability of library reference and circulation materials.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or primary certified staff
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations
Other Requirements:
Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed
Experience working with children
Sufficient strength, balance and mobility to safely transfer a motorically disabled person of 100 pounds in and out of a wheelchair with or without assistance
Ability to work with children who have a variety of disabilities; specific responsibilities will change dependent on the nature of the child's disability
Ability to work in a stressful environment
Ability to respond to emergency situations/First Aid
Ability to work as a team player; willingness to learn new skills
Effective interpersonal/communication skills; ability to work under pressure
Ability to input data and other information into school software programs
Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed
Willingness to be trained in areas of duty
Willingness to be trained in de-escalation/restraint of students
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal English
Supplemental Information:
The State of Washington requires a State and Federal Fingerprint check before hiring any new employee.
Cost of the background check and fingerprint is the responsibility of the prospective employee.
Employment is on an as needed basis
Position not eligible for benefits
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