Paraeducator I (Leave Replacement) at La Center School District

• The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted.  Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check and clearance by Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

• Provide instructional services to students under the direction of the certificated staff member
• Perform student observation and assessment; provide verbal and/or written feedback to assist certificated personnel in evaluating students
• Facilitate small group lessons to support academic areas as identified by teachers, coaches, or administrators
• Implement academic instruction assigned by the teacher for individuals (one-on-one) or small groups to assist students in meeting learning goals
• Provide 1:1 student support as needed
• Monitor students within a variety of school settings including, but not limited to, classrooms, playground, cafeteria, restrooms, hallways, bus loading zones, and parking lots
• Attend training meetings to broaden expertise in working with remedial students
• Participate as a member of the education team; may attend parent conferences at the discretion of the principal
• Administer tests, collect data, and report student progress
• Maintain accurate data collection records and assist with completion of reports
• Contribute to the collaborative effort of all staff to meet individual instructional needs of students through participation in staff meetings, in-service programs, workshops and seminars
• Ability to participate in activities beyond the regularly scheduled work day
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and community partners
• Attend required trainings
• Maintain a neat, clean personal appearance and traits of a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate for a safe and professional work environment
• Provide a safe learning environment for all students
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position
• Perform other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience

• Proof of high school graduation or equivalent and at least ONE of the following is required:
  • Associate’s Degree or equivalent (48 semester/72 quarter hours) from an accredited college or university OR 
  • A passing score on a state-approved Paraeducator Assessment 
• Willingness and ability to complete professional development courses required by the State of Washington towards Paraeducator certification
• A valid CPR card, or the ability to obtain a card, is required upon hire
• Successful completion of a basic skills assessment may be required prior to offer of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with students in a K-12 setting
• Previous classroom experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Flexibility and an attitude of cooperation with the ability to move from classroom to classroom to provide services throughout the district
• Ability to learn and utilize various computer software programs and assistive technology
• Ability to understand individual students' needs and help them grow
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse population of staff, students, families, and community members while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor and supporting an atmosphere of warmth, cooperation and service to others
• Demonstrated ability to treat all staff, students, parents, and community members with dignity
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students and staff
• Strong self-initiative with an ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a flexible and cooperative manner in order to build and maintain effective teams and partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and analyze situations to define issues, draw conclusions, and determine resolutions and/or action plans
• Punctual, with the ability to meet deadlines, adapt quickly to change and maintain flexibility in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all district matters
• Understand and implement district safety procedures
• Ability to incorporate working knowledge of Board Policies E-1 through E-4 into daily practice
• Ability to learn and follow school district policies and procedures

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Depending upon the assignment, some sitting, standing and stooping may be required to attend to the physical needs of students including feeding, moving and positioning students and assisting with personal hygiene needs including, but not limited to, changing diapers and toileting
• Some lifting may be required; ability to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds with assistance is required

La Center 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, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, 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:

Matt Johnson, Civil Rights Coordinator/Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator, 725 NE Highland Road, La Center, 360-263-1700
Matt Cooke, Title IX Officer, 725 NE Highland Road, La Center, 360-263-1700
Jami Phelps, Section 504 Coordinator, PO Box 1840, La Center, 360-263-2131