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General Responsibilities

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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This position is available through Educational Service District 112 in Vancouver, Washington. To review the full job description and to apply for this job, click on the link below:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/esd112/jobs/4818720/special-education-paraeducator

Salary:
The full salary range for this position is $19.66 - $24.44 per hour. Newly hired paraeducators will be placed on steps 1 - 3 of our salary schedule ($19.66 - $21.04 per hour). Step placement will be based on years of verified paraeducator or teacher experience.

Assignment/Location:
We are recruiting for a Special Education Paraeducator to serve the Lake Quinault School District. This position is 32.5 hours per week, school year schedule.

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 information
A cover letter expressing interest in the position
A resume that reflects work experience listed on application
A copy of your HS diploma or GED
Evidence of meeting one of the educational requirements listed in the minimum qualifications

Essential Functions/Other Functions

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.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Must meet one of the following educational requirements:
- Associate's Degree OR
- 448 sem./72 quarter credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; OR
- Passing score of 455 on the ParaPro Assessment; OR
- Passing score of 220 on the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment; OR
- 65% on The Master Teacher, Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a special education classroom setting.
Knowledge of programs and services for students with disabilities.

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements

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).

Educational Service District 112 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328, melissa.kreuder@esd112.org
Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574, wendy.niehaus@esd112.org
ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, jeffrey.niess@esd112.org

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.