Hybrid Paraeducator - Special Education TOP (POOL) chez Kent School District

1. Experience working with students with special needs/high needs at the high school/young adult level.
2. Experience working with high needs students.  Must not be afraid of students with behavior disorders.
3. Crisis Intervention Training recommended.
4. Must not be insulted by students swearing and using inappropriate language.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with students who are in an at-risk situation.
6. Ability to communicate in another language.
7. Ability to exhibit multicultural and ethnic understanding and sensitivity with the ability to communicate effectively with all cultural groups in the school community. 
8. Experience working with a diverse student population and the specific school demographics.
9. Ability to be dependable, including good habits in attendance and punctuality.
10. Must have strong communication skills.
11. Must have strong interpersonal skills working with a team of adults.
12. Must develop healthy, respectful, and positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
13. Must be able to take initiative to do what needs to be done without being told.
14. Must be enthusiastic, positive and be a team member and able to demonstrate flexibility working with students, parents, and staff.  
15. Must maintain positive learning environment and have ability to relate to all students, parents, and colleagues.
16. Desired characteristics are:  flexibility; ability to organize ideas, time and materials to accomplish goals; enthusiasm; ability to express ideas clearly and understand concepts being discussed; ability to learn new ideas and skills; ability and willingness to develop favorable relationships with students; and willingness to model behavior deemed appropriate by the school district and the community. 

• Associate (AA) degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• 72 college level credits from an accredited institution
• A score of 455 or higher on the ETS ParaPro Assessment and proof of high school completion or equivalent.
  • If you do not yet meet one of these qualifications and are willing to take the ParaPro Assessment, you can still apply. If you are the chosen finalist candidate you will have the opporutnity to take the test prior to being formally hired into the role. 

About Kent School District
Mission: Our mission explains our fundamental purpose as an organization. Kent School District’s mission is successfully preparing all students for their futures. 
Vision: Our vision captures the future we seek to create for our students. Kent School District’s vision is to produce graduates who are globally competitive learners. Through equitable access to high quality academic, social, and applied learning, students are ready to excel in college, careers, and in life. 
Values: Our core values drive our culture and answer the question, “How do we want to act, consistent with our mission, along the path toward achieving our vision?” Specific values are at the heart of our culture because they are levers that drive us towards achieving shared vision. Throughout this plan, three core values are prioritized: 

Equity: Student equity is ensuring that access to quality staff, courses, resources, activities, services and opportunities are provided for all students to succeed and grow based on their individual needs. 
Excellence: As a system and individuals, we strive for excellence through the intentional creation of student-centered and efficient actions that operate with coherence. 
Community: Partnership with our community prioritizes proactive involvement of those impacted by school district priorities and decision-making.