Special Education Para Professional

About the Employer

Job Title

Special Education Paraeducator (for context)

Location

Evergreen Public Schools

Reports To

Special Education Instructor/Building Principal

Department

Special Services

Hours/Work Times

• 6 hours per day (8:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m., includes 30 minute unpaid lunch)
• 3.83 hours on early-release days (8:45 a.m. - 1:05 p.m., includes 30 minute unpaid time)
• 190 days per year (180 student days / 10 holidays)

Must Meet Paraeducator Employment Requirements

Must meet paraeducator employment requirements as follows: + Have received a passing score of 455 or higher on the Education Testing Service Parapro Assessment (ETS test/Praxis); + Hold an Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; + Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; + Have completed a Paraeducator Apprenticeship Program (program must be registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council).
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent; and
• Must meet one or more of the following:
• If you do not meet the required qualifications listed above, your name will be screened out from the list of qualified candidates.

Upon Hire

Upon hire, new paraeducators will be required to complete state-required training offered through Evergreen School District.

Position Status

Position status: Program Support

Position Duration

Temporary

Classification Group

Paraeducator Class II

Salary Placement

New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the classification salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service of similar occupational experience may receive experience credit towards salary step placement.

Evergreen Public Schools Benefits

Evergreen Public Schools offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:
• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
• Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSa, DCAp, HSA, FPFSa (W/HdHP), and other supplemental benefits.
• Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).
• EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position.

Statement

Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire, and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically.

Summary Statement

Under the supervision of the Special Education Classroom Instructor and the Building Principal, the Special Education Paraeducator will assist in the supervision of instructional activities, working closely with students on an individual as well as a small group basis.

Essential Functions

Under direction of the Special Education Teacher or IEP Manager, provide special education services and supports to elementary and/or secondary students eligible for special education as follows: + Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents. (5) + Provide one-to-one and group instruction to students as directed by the teacher so as to meet his/her individualized Education Program (IEP). (9) + Assist in establishing and maintaining a learning environment as specified by course goals and curriculum outcomes. (10) + Assess student progress, evaluate learning, and collect student performance data to ensure progress towards each student’s IEP goals. (9-10-11) + Maintain accurate data on student progress. (9) + Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests. (10) + Implement behavioral management strategies using the emphasis and techniques that have been outlined by the teacher. (6) + Assist in organizing and preparing a variety of instructional materials. (9) + Address student’s bathroom needs as is necessary, including lifting and changing students when required. + Feed students as necessary. (14) + Handle body fluids as necessary (13) + Lift and/or position students as necessary (13) + Provide services as planned and directed by related services providers (OT, PT, and SLp) + Assist students with using assistive technology, augmentative communication, or physical assist devices (i.e. wheelchairs, walkers, standers, or lifts). + Attend various training sessions as necessary so as to maintain an up-to-date understanding of the needs of student(s) that receive special education services.
• Indicates Washington State Core Competencies for Paraeducators for each essential function and qualification.

Other Responsibilities

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands Required

• Vision (66-100%)
• Speaking (66-100%)
• Hearing (66-100%)