Hybrid LAP Paraeducator - Math Support bei Orting School District

JOB TITLE:    PARA EDUCATOR – SECONDARY MATH INTERVENTION
 
PURPOSE: Work under the direction of certificated staff to support providing instruction or other appropriate services to students while utilizing teaching interventions for math and language arts. The primary focus being on instructional support in math, Algebra, and Geometry. 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The statements contained herein reflect general duties to describe the primary functions of this position and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

1. Work with students individually or in small groups in content areas/subjects (e.g., math classrooms) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives, leading discussions, and implementing individual educational plans.
2. Monitors and documents student progress and maintains communication with classroom staff and other staff.
3. Assist staff, as appropriate, in the design, preparation, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs and student progress.
4. Files papers, runs on campus errands, operates standard office machines and performs minor clerical duties.
5. Models appropriate behavior for students and assists in student supervision and discipline.
6. Participates in meetings (department, touchpoints during PLCs, parent meetings).
7. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A paraeducator must meet one of the following:

1. Have received a passing score on one of the assessments (e.g., ETS) approved by the board; or
2. Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
3. Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university.

• One-year equivalent work experience and/or training preferred.
• Experience in a K-12 environment preferred.
• Experience with using integrated computerized systems (e.g., Skyward) and MS Office products preferred
• Substitution of any combination of experience and/or training that provides the applicant with the requisite knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the work and meets applicable standards.

 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of assigned subject area(s).
Skill and proficiency of verbal and written communication skills.
Skill and proficiency in special instructional techniques, computer software and other equipment to meet the needs of students.
Skill in obtaining, clarifying and exchanging information, in addition to being able to effectively gather, collect and record data.
Ability to effectively communicate with others in both oral and written form.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, parents, and students.
Ability to use job related equipment and technology effectively.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and responsibilities.
Ability to utilize appropriate strategies and techniques to provide effective instructional support.
Ability to comply with applicable District, State and federal rules, policies and practices.
 
REQUIRED LICENSES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
CPR and First Aid certification. Student safety training. May be required to hold and maintain a valid State of Washington Driver’s License.
 
REPORTS TO:
Building principal and/or assigned administrator.
 
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Assignment may include time in a classroom, lunchroom and/or after school support. May include lifting up to 15 pounds or more. Job duties involve frequent sitting, walking and standing. May include stooping, kneeling and/or crouching. May be exposed to high noise levels. Work is usually indoors but there may be times where work is performed outdoors. Work is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. May be required to deal with distraught students or others.
 
REPORTS TO: Principal with regular direction from the Teacher(s)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Work Year       180 days per year, plus paid holidays that fall within the school year
Hours:             6.5 hours paid per day, plus a half-hour unpaid duty-free lunch
Schedule         7:30 am - 2:30 pm (hours subject to change based on needs of the school)
Salary                2025-26 PSE Salary Schedule A 
                         Paraeducator I $25.16 - $27.94 
                       *Paraeducator II $27.25 - $30.13
                       *Paraeducator III $28.29 - $31.21

* Higher pay rate for:
Satisfactory completion of Educational Para-Professional Apprenticeship Program or 
Accredited AA Degree (official transcripts are required) or
Seventy-two (72) quarter credits or forty-eight (48) semester credits (official transcripts are required)

BENEFITS:
Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours an employee is anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Employees anticipated to work 630 hours or more in a year are eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability and the employee assistance program.
 
The district's healthcare benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Benefit eligible employees also qualify to optionally participate in deferred compensation/403B plans, dependent care flexible spending/health savings accounts, and additional life insurance and/or added long-term disability coverage through employee contributions.  Sick leave, vacation, personal leave, and any paid holidays are aligned with bargaining agreements by association, as listed on our website.
 
Other benefits include VEBA, which is a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and serves as a way to contribute dollars on a pre-tax basis for out of pocket benefits costs, whether it be for medical, dental or vision premiums, or any other out of pocket medical expenses. This benefit is available, based on the outcome of annual voting of employees by group.
 
  
The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements, skills, or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.  The District reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
 
Nondiscrimination in Education and Employment:
Orting 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, marital status, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination and their offices are located at 121 Whitesell St NE, Orting, WA 98360:

Civil Rights Compliance/Title IX/ADA Coordinator
Carrie Joy, Director of Human Resources
360-893-6500, ext. 4028
[email protected]

Section 504 Coordinator
Dr. Jennifer Westover, Executive Director for Student Support Services
360-893-6500, ext. 4027
[email protected]

Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint can be accessed here.

Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.