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Aberdeen School District 5

SpEd Paraeducator - McDermoth Elementary - CYO (Revised) (24-25 CL56)

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TitleSpEd Paraeducator - McDermoth Elementary - CYO (Revised)
Posting ID24-25 CL56
Description

6 Hours 

Current Year Only

Benefits eligible - Comprehensive Benefit information can be found here.

 

All candidates who wish to be considered for this position must have High school diploma or equivalent, AND successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) ParaPro Assessment, 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.) and submit the online employment application.  Current school district employees are required to complete the internal online application process.

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled 

 

General responsibilities and qualifications are outlined in the para-educator job description.  May perform basic education, Title 1, Migrant, ESL, LAP, ECEAP, day care and special education duties including one-on-one responsibilities.  

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent, AND successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) ParaPro Assessment, 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.)
  • Post high school training in child development and related training desired.
  • Ability to handle students with behavioral and physical handicapping conditions. Candidate must be willing to be trained in behavioral management strategies specifically designed for this student.
  • Physical ability to perform required duties which may include lifting and positioning students in and out of a vehicle, wheelchair, therapy equipment, etc.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the general public.
  • Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and English usage.
  • General knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment, and ability to operate standard office equipment including computers, fax machine, and photocopier.
  • Bilingual/Spanish speaking preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assists teachers in the daily management, organization, monitoring, and safety of students; supervises recess and lunch periods, field trips, locker rooms, study and detention rooms, and student arrival/departure.
  • Collects and prepares instructional and non-instructional materials as directed; assembles worksheets, lessons, art supplies, and other materials; creates and posts bulletin boards; corrects worksheets, quizzes, and assignments.
  • Supervises and conducts individuals and small groups in educational, creative, and structured play activities; assists with class work and assignments; tutors and monitors student activities in the classroom and special sessions.
  • Monitors student behavior and progress, and shares observations with teacher and other professional staff; may participate in parent-teacher conferences. Assists teachers in preparation of student work contracts and programs.
  • May be required to perform services which maintain personal hygiene of students, such as toileting, diapering and dressing.  Monitors student health.  May be required to assist with adaptive/medical equipment to include tube feeding and catheterization, provide emergency first aide as necessary, lifting of students and other medical assistance.
  • Assists in administering district, state and national tests; maintains diagnostic and test data for teacher; maintains and updates student records, class lists, attendance and other data.  Monitors administration of individual academic assessment evaluation.
  • Performs equipment and supply inventories; prepares orders, materials as necessary.
  • Answers telephones, takes messages, processes and distributes forms, correspondence, worksheets, tests, and schedules by using office machines such as a typewriter, computer, photocopier, and other standard office equipment.
  • Maintains files and records.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned. 

LICENSES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

May be required to complete training in First Aid and CPR if required by the District.

FBI and Washington State Patrol background clearance required.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer: Aberdeen School District complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.  Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to Christi Clinkingbeard, Title IX Officer (360) 538-2003 cclinkingbeard@asd5.org and Dr. Richard K. Bates Section 504/ADA Coordinator (360) 538-2018 rbates@asd5.org.  Aberdeen School District No. 5, 216 North G Street, Aberdeen, Washington  98520.

Shift TypePart-Time
Salary Range$21.82 - $26.52 / Per Hour
LocationMcDermoth Elementary

Applications Accepted

Start Date10/07/2024