Special Education Para Professional
About the Employer
Location
Orchards Elementary School
Reports To
Special Education Instructor/Building Principal
Department
Special Services
Hours/Work Times
• 6.33 hours per day (8:30 a.m. - 3:20 p.m., including 30-minute unpaid lunch)
• 4.33 hours on early-release days (8:30 a.m. - 1:20 p.m., including 30 minutes unpaid time)
• 6.17 hours on designated full Wednesdays (8:30 a.m. - 3:10 p.m., including 30-minute unpaid lunch)
Work Schedule
• 190 days per year (180 student days / 10 holidays)
Position Duration
Temporary
Classification Group
Paraeducator Class II
Salary Placement
New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the classification salary range. Employees who have verified prior years of service of similar occupational experience may receive experience credit towards salary step placement.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, and basic life insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB)
• For additional information, click EPS benefits information
• Eligible employees may participate in FSAs, DCAPs, HSAs, FPFSAs (with HDHP), and other supplemental benefits
• Eligible employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS)
• Paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave, with additional negotiated leave options found in the associated collective bargaining agreement (CBA)
Statement
Evergreen Public Schools is committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and strives to be a diverse community that provides each member with opportunities, access, resources, and support to succeed. We aim to recruit, hire, and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution.
Summary Statement
Under the supervision of the Special Education Classroom Instructor and Building Principal, the Special Education Paraeducator will assist in supervising instructional activities, working closely with students on an individual as well as small group basis.
Essential Functions
• 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 their 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 students' 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.
Other Responsibilities
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands Required
• Vision (66-100%)
• Speaking (66-100%)
• Hearing (66-100%) (Note: Percentages are estimates, and reasonable accommodations will be considered for persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.)
• Standing (33-66%)
• Sitting (33-66%)
• Walking (33-66%)
• Writing (up to 33%)
• Bending (33-66%) (Note: Percentages are estimates, and reasonable accommodations will be considered for persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.)
• Stooping (33-66%) (Note: Percentages are estimates, and reasonable accommodations will be considered for persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.)
• Reaching (33-66%)
• Squatting (33-66%) (Note: Percentages are estimates, and reasonable accommodations will be considered for persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.)
• Lifting (33-66%) up to 50 lbs. individually (*Note: Percentages are estimates, and reasonable accommodations will be considered for persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.)
• Running (up to 33%)
Mental Demands Required
• Reading documents (66-100%)
• Constant interruptions (66-100%) (Note: Percentages are estimates, and reasonable accommodations will be considered for persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.)
• Verbal communication (66-100%)
• Confidentiality (66-100%)
• Written communication (up to 33%)
• Multiple concurrent tasks (66-100%) (Note: Percentages are estimates, and reasonable accommodations will be considered for persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.)
Minimum Qualifications
• Basic typing/keyboarding.
• Previous experience working with students in academic areas and/or professional coursework in special education. (1-3)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents. (5)
• Demonstrated ability to work with and supervise students. (9-10-11)
• Must possess personal characteristics of flexibility, initiative, and cooperativeness. (5)
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. (4)
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn computer skills and assistive technology. (13)
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn to operate office equipment as listed above. (13)
• Demonstrated ability to perform under conditions of constant interruption.
• Must possess physical strength and ability to deal with potentially aggressive behavior of students.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team. (5)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Cultural Competence and Equity
• Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects, and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
• Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.
• Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
• Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
• The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.
Nondiscrimination Statement
Evergreen Public Schools 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, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
Contact Information for Complaints of Alleged Discrimination
13413 NE Leroy Haagen Memorial Dr., Vancouver, WA 98684 Phone: 360-604-4430 Email: caleb.piland@evergreenps.org 13413 NE Leroy Haagen Memorial Dr., Vancouver, WA 98684 Phone: 360-604-6711 Email: tai.phong@evergreenps.org 13413 NE Leroy Haagen Memorial Dr., Vancouver, WA 98684 Phone: 360-604-4014 Email: daniel.orrantia@evergreenps.org 13413 NE Leroy Haagen Memorial Dr., Vancouver, WA 98684 Phone: 360-604-4066 Email: shane.gardner@evergreenps.org
• Cale Piland: Title IX Coordinator, Director of Student Services
• Tai Phong: Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Health Services Manager
• Danny Orrantia: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Senior Director of Human Resources
• Shane Gardner: HIB Coordinator/Gender Inclusivity, Director of Safety & Security