A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
The job of "Paraeducator-Special Education Preschool" is done for the purpose of assisting in the supervision and instruction of general and special education preschool students, to address academic, social/emotional, and functional goals across multiple instructional settings.
Paraeducator Required Attachments:
2 Classified Reference Letters Copy of Para Pro Assessment Test results or official college transcripts This continuing position works 5.2 hour per day, continuing position works Monday - Friday, 180 days per year (plus 10 paid holidays). Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, as administered by the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Final benefit eligibility to be determined at time of hire. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees), as well as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program. Employees will receive vacation leave, paid holidays and additional compensation beyond their base salary as outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area.
Essential Job Functions:
Assist certificated staff for the purpose of implementation of plans related to IEP program development, including but not limited to, functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans and aversive therapy plans, and activities related to communication and
OT/PT IEP
goals. Assist certificated staff with creation of necessary educational materials to enable student progress toward IEP goals and objectives. Collect and communicate relevant data for the purpose of assisting certificated staff in evaluating students' progress. Administer first aid, medical assistance and/or address health care needs, including personal hygiene and toileting assistance when necessary Maintain students' files, records, etc. for the purpose of developing appropriate educational programs for students who qualify for special education. Monitor students across educational settings, for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment, including facilitating necessary accommodations and modifications to curriculum, materials and schedules. Assist other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of increasing staff capacity to implement identified student programs, including instructional and behavioral plans. This would include supporting other staff, as may be necessary, in any aspect of their assigned duties to support students. Collaborate effectively with other personnel for the purpose of evaluation of students' progress and/or implementation of students' objectives. Contribute to a positive and productive learning environment for students and staff. Maintain confidentiality in communications regarding students, staff, and parents. Facilitate student independence in the instructional setting in a positive and productive manner. Participate in team meetings for the purpose of collaborating and sharing information, and necessary trainings to improving one's skills/knowledge. Job Requirements -
Qualifications:
Education Required :
High school diploma or equivalent, AND when applicable successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Exam, OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (official transcript is required), OR an Associate's (or higher) degree (official transcript is required). Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance .
Experience:
Prior job related experience with young children who qualify for special education. Participate in all OSD required health-related trainings. First Aid and CPR Training may be required. Willingness to participate in appropriate training to gain necessary skills to perform this position, e.g. Type II License, Food Handlers Permit. Right Response Certification or willingness to obtain and maintain.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Olympia 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. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Officer - James Whitehead, (360) 596-8545, jwhitehead@osd.wednet.edu; Executive Director of Elementary Education - Autumn Lara, (360) 596-8534, alara@osd.wednet.edu; Section 504 and ADA Coordinator (Students) - Ken Turcotte, (360) 596-7530, klturcotte@osd.wednet.edu; ADA Coordinator (Staff) - Starla Hoff, (360) 596-6185, shoff@osd.wednet.edu; Affirmative Action Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator - Scott Niemann, (360) 596-6185, sniemann@osd.wednet.edu.
Address:
Knox Administrative Center, 111 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506. The Olympia School District will provide reasonable Accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures. Persons with disabilities or are in need of translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed.
