Para I- Cowlitz Prairie Academy 2026-27

POSITION

Para Educator- Level

I REPORTS TO

Building Principal

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Provide small group instruction to at-risk students. Supervise students during recess and lunch times.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma Associate of Arts Degree, 2 years of college credits or Para Educator Praxis

ESSENTIALS FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary and without notice. Depending upon individual assignments, the office aide will perform all or a combination of several of the following duties: Ability to maintain a student centered, organized positive climate Ability to read, write and communicate effectively Communicate and respond effectively and in a friendly, professional manner with students, parents, community members, and school personnel. Ability to accept responsibility and take direction Work collaboratively and collegially. Comply with district rules and regulations. Conduct all work in a safe manner as specified by district rules. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Ability to plan, instruct, and supervise secondary age students Ability to work one-on-one or in a small group with highly at-risk middle/high school students. Ability to provide support, assistance and give specific instruction under the direction of a certified teacher. Skilled at record keeping and computers. Monitor students both in and out the classroom.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Maintain high confidentiality while working with sensitive material/issues Superior communication skills Work independently Highly organized/ability to prioritize work Friendly High energy

STATE/DISTRICT MANDATED REQUIREMENTS

Valid First Aid/CPR/AED card or ability to attain one Fingerprinting (paid by employee) Proof of Immunization (if born 1-1-57 or later) I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform Act HIV/HBV Training (district provided) Sexual Harassment Training (district provided)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 180

Days per year 6 Hours per day Salary (DOE) State health benefits State retirement benefits Paid time off