Special Education Paraeducator

JOB Reporting directly to the Special Education Teacher, the Special Education Paraeducator is responsible for supporting and assisting students with disabilities in various school settings. The Special Education Paraeducator, consistent with the individual education plan (IEP) or individual family service plan (IFSP) assists the Special Education Teacher with lesson plan preparation; one-on-one and small group instruction; classroom management; student observation and assessment; and communication with parents and staff.

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BNNFu-rcoPA Salary:

The full salary range for this position is $21.27 - $26.31 per hour. Offers are made at the beginning of the range.

Assignment/Location:

We are recruiting for a Special Education Paraeducator to serve Artz-Fox Elementary School in the Mabton School District. This position is 32.5 hours per week, school year schedule.

Regular attendance required:

This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive, productive learning environment.

Only complete applications will be considered.

A complete application will include: Complete work history section, including ANY and ALL employment going back 10 years At least three professional references and contact informationA cover letter expressing interest in the positionA resume that reflects work experience listed on applicationA copy of your HS diploma or GEDEvidence of meeting one of the educational requirements listed in the minimum qualifications

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Essential Functions:

Assist the Special Education Teacher, consistent with IEP or IFSP goals, in lesson plan preparation; one-on-one & small group instruction; classroom management; student observation & assessment; communication with parents and staff, in a variety of school settings. Supervise students. Collect data and report student progress. Maintain accurate data collection records. Communicate with staff and parents as instructed by the Special Education Teacher. Provide positive behavior management support, consistent with the IEP or IFSP. Attend to the physical needs of students, including moving and positioning students & assisting with personal hygiene needs. Participate in staff meetings, inservice programs, workshops and seminars. Participate as a member of the education team. May attend parent conferences.

Other Functions:

Other duties as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Working Conditions:

Classroom setting, may move from classroom to classroom to provide services.

Provide assistance and attend to the physical needs of students including moving and positioning students and assisting with personal hygiene needs, including but not limited to: tube feeding, catheterization, changing diapers, toileting.

Sit, stand, and stoop to attend to student's needs & to provide instruction.

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually, over 35 pounds with assistance.

Regular attendance during assigned work schedule.

Travel within ESD 112 region for meetings and trainings.

Employment Requirements:

Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.Within three years of employment meet Washington State Core Competencies for paraeducators as defined in

WAC 392-172A-02090

(f).