Highland Primary Developmental Center SpEd 1:1 Paraeducator One-Year-Only

Clarkston WA

Highland Elementary - Clarkston, Washington This job is also posted in Clarkston School District, Clarkston WA

Job Details

Job ID:

5930996

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 17, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Highland Primary Developmental Center SpEd 1:1 Paraeducator One-Year-Only

Reports to:

Building Principal Bargaining Group:

CCA FLSA

Status:

Non-Exempt

Terms of Employment:

6.25 HOURS P/DAY - school year

PAY:

CCA $24.59-$27.66 per hour

The position ends when the need for a 1:1 assistant ends or the end of the 2026-2027 school year.

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or

GED:

You must upload a copy of your HS diploma or GED

Meet ESEA Para-professional Qualifications (72 Quarter Credits from an Accredited College/University or passing the ETS Test). Please upload your college transcript or the notification of your passing ETS Test Score.

GRADE LEVEL

PRE-12

REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or equivalent

Meet ESEA Para-professional Qualifications

Minimum computer/technology skills

Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills

Ability to handle stress/anger/conflict situations

Enjoys working with students

Sound decision-making skills

Responsible and punctual

RESPONSIBILITIES

FOLLOW

DISTRICT, LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL STATUTES RELEVANT TO A PUBLIC SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT

School District Policy and Procedures

Building emergency procedures

Complete appropriate reports/documentation as applicable

MAINTAIN AN APPROPRIATE AND LEGAL LEVEL OF CONFIDENTIALITY OF INFORMATION REGARDING STUDENTS, STAFF AND OTHER INDIVIDUALS HAVING BUSINESS WITH AND ACCESS TO THE SCHOOL

Exhibit ethical behavior at all times

Follow confidentiality procedures

MAINTAIN A SAFE, CLEAN, AND ORGANIZED ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF

Preview daily plan

Confer on daily lesson plan with substitute teacher(s)

Provide plans for a substitute if you are absent

Check wheelchairs/walkers etc. for safety concerns

SET-UP FOR DAILY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES

Prepare classroom supplies/materials

Supervise student(s)

PREPARATION TO ASSIST THE CLASSROOM TEACHER WITH INSTRUCTION AS ASSIGNED

Prepare, collect and organize daily materials

Correct student assignments

Assist student with accommodations/modifications

Assist other teachers when time permits

PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITH ALL ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES, FOR THE STUDENT, AS ASSIGNED BY THE TEACHER

Assist and supervise student in specialists' classrooms and activities as needed

Scribe and adapt instruction (daily assignments/tests)

Read orally to student(s)

Assist student during activities or with the preparation of projects as appropriate

Assist other Special Ed. students in the absence of one on one student

Assist student in preparation for classroom tests

Monitor/administer student assessment

Assist small groups in academic instruction

Document daily student performance and progress

ASSIST STUDENT IN ALL SELF-HELP ACTIVITIES

Assist student in transitional skills (start of day/non-instructional time/adaptive equipment/etc.)

Assist and supervise student during field trips/assemblies/lunch and other activities

Assist in changing clothes for aqua-therapy

Escort to and from the bus

Help with toileting and toilet training

Assist in all IEP goals

MAINTAIN POSITIVE COMMUNICATION AMONG STUDENTS, PARENTS AND SCHOOL STAFF

Identify students' interests

Monitor for notes/homework or any parent-to-school communication

Confer with teachers, specialists and parents relevant to student needs

Attend meetings when required

Implement strategies to achieve IEP goals

Assist with daily communication between home and school as directed by the teacher

ASSIST WITH THE INSTRUCTION OF PERSONAL HYGIENE

Educate students about personal hygiene

Remind students to wash hands

Wash student face and wipe noses when needed

Assist with changing of soiled clothes when necessary

Make referrals as appropriate (Nurse/counselor /office/outside agencies)

MONITOR AND PROVIDE POSITIVE DISCIPLINE AS NECESSARY

Supervise student in cafeteria/playground/lunch/activities

Document student behavior as appropriate

Be consistent, fair and positive in all interactions

Follow school wide discipline plan

Following behavior intervention plan

CONTINUE JOB PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT THROUGH PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Participate in appropriate in-service programs/educational opportunities

Read and study new or updated job-related resources

PERFORM DUTIES WITH A HIGH DEGREE OF COURTESY AND RESPECT

PERFORM

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED BY THE ADMINISTRATOR/SUPERVISOR

• Job Conditions
• Persons holding this position: Must pass a criminal background check that meets required state, federal, and Clarkston School District standards.
• Will have occasional evening hours during school functions as assigned
• Requirements by Percentage of the Workday
• Physical Environmental
• Requirements 0-10% 10-25% 25-50% 50-75% 75-100% Exposure 0-10% 10-25% 25-50% 50-75%
• Lifting
• X
• Hot
• X
• Standing
• X
• Humid
• X
• Walking
• X
• Cold
• X
• Running
• X
• Wet/Damp
• X
• Bending/ Crouching
• X
• Machinery

•

X

Kneeling/ Crawling

X

Risk of burns/chemical exposure

X

Outside elements (sun, rain, etc.)

X

Loud (above normal class level)

X

Lifting weight 0-10% 10-25% 25-50% 50-75% 75-100%

• Machinery

Less than 10#

X

Copy machine

X

10-25#

X

Lift

X

25-50#

X

Laminator

X

50-75#

X

Computer

X

75+#

X

Math Requirement Basic math, simple fractions such as measurements, ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, division without using a calculator.

Calculator use

Language Requirement Ability to give and receive written and spoken instructions

Ability to write simple correspondence

Ability to speak to small groups

Ability to complete reports and correspondence Reasoning Requirement Ability to apply general guidelines to a wide variety of situations with several variables

Think quickly to address situations

Attention to detail is essential Additional Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as described in the essential functions section

Technology (Computer/Telephone/Fax)

NONDISCRIMINATION

Clarkston School District 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. Thaynan Knowlton, Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying Compliance Officer/Coordinator, can be reached at knowltont@csdk12.org. Rebecca Lockhart, Title IX & Civil Rights Coordinator, can be reached at lockhartr@csdk12.org. Each of these positions is located at 1294 Chestnut Street, Clarkston, WA 99403, and can be reached at (509) 758-2531.

Position Type:

Part-Time

Salary:

$24.59 to $27.66 Per Hour

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