LAP Paraeducator

Job Posting

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! The Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.

This posting will be used to generate an applicant pool. This pool does not necessarily indicate there is a current vacancy. However, should a vacancy occur, this pool allows hiring administrators immediate access to potential candidates. Qualified applicants will be selected for interview by hiring administrators as needed throughout the school year.

Under the supervision of the Learning Assistance Program (LAP) Teacher and/or the Title I Teacher, this position assists students in need of interventions in literacy and/or mathematics. This position provides instructional support for the in-class model or supplements general education math and reading programs in a pull-out setting. Duties are performed within a classroom, office, or other learning space.

This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in consultation with the employee(s) involved. Duties may vary from position-to-position or school-to-school based on the employee(s) specific assignment.

Reports to the Learning Assistance Teacher (LAP), Title I Teacher, and/or building administrator.

Works in a classroom, office, or other learning space to support Multilingual Learners; when necessary may need to travel between various assigned work locations; may support students and families with conflict resolution.

Education and Experience

To meet the new Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA), this position requires that applicant either hold an associate degree or higher, college credit equivalency (72 quarter or 48-semester credits) or have graduated from High School and passed the ETS Para Pro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher.

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training or equivalent is required. Training is provided upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to work cooperatively with teachers and enjoy interacting with children; ability to communicate effectively; demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills; ability to maintain confidential information; ability to interact with children in a warm, confident manner; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.

Licenses/Special Requirements

Ability to operate computers and willingness to adapt to new technology.

Salary is based upon the current ESP Salary Schedule Salary (Level I); placement on the salary schedule will be determined by Human Resources DOE. FLSA Non-Exempt.

Days of the week and hours may vary

Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program

• Complete an online application.
• Attach a cover letter and resume.
• Enter 3 professional references, including their name, working relationship to you, phone number, and email address. Confidential Reference Forms are automatically emailed via the application system.
• Optional – letters of recommendation, transcripts, ETS scores, certificates, etc.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the…