Paraprofessional Special Education
Job in
Camas, Clark County, Washington, 98607, USA
Listing for:
Camas School District
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-21
Job specializations:
-
Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 24.72 - 26.23 USD Hourly
USD
24.72
26.23
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Paraprofessional Special Education High Needs
Paraprofessional Special Education High Needs
Salary: $24.72 - $26.23
Purpose: In coordination with the classroom teacher and special services staff provide 1:1 and/or small group assistance in the self-contained or other specialized programs offered through special services to support students' potential to access regular and special education programs and academics.
Program
IAP (Integrated Academic Program)
Essential Functions
Implement specialized and/or adaptive procedures and curriculum materials as instructed by the teacher.Prepare and utilize appropriate materials for use with students.Implement individual education plans (IEP) as designated.Provide for the physical needs of students which may include catheterization, bath rooming, diapering, handling body fluids, lifting, and transferring students.Maintains appropriate records as instructed by the teacher or other special services staff.Collect and record student data. Provide progress reports to teacher.Support and implement behavioral plans with students.Assist with the adaptation of classroom materials.Facilitate independent working, social, and self-help skills.Provide first aid to students as needed in an emergency.Provide physical restraint as needed.Other related duties as assigned to support the success of the students and the classroom.Successful performance of this position requires an individual who can demonstrate the following competencies:
Problem Solving:
Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner with minimal supervision. Gather and analyses information and maintains confidentiality.Interpersonal
Skills:
Remains open to ideas, exhibits a cooperative attitude.Effective Communication:
Articulate and appropriate verbal and written communication skills.Planning and Organizing:
Ability to organize and prioritize activities.Quality:
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.Adaptability:
Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and is able to deal effectively with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Dependability:
Regular reliable attendance, follows direction, and solicits feedback.Professional Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent AND 72 quarter/48 semester credits OR AA/AS degree OR pass the state exam for paraprofessionals.Instructional paraprofessionals, as defined by the state per WAC 179‑01‑020, are required to complete the Fundamental Course of Study and General Certificate per the state guidelines.Experience working with special needs students in an educational setting.Demonstrated academic proficiency comparable to assigned grade and subject areas.Basic knowledge of sign language preferred.Basic computer skills to include MS Office software and data base entry.Acquire and maintain first aid/CPR certification.Acquire and maintain training in the appropriate use of physical restraints.Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions
Stand for long periods of time.Stoop, bend, walk, run.Work in noisy environments.Physically assist students.Able to lift up to 50 pounds.Work EnvironmentThe usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
Benefits
School Employee Benefit Board (SEBB) Eligibility determination:
All eligibility determinations are based on rules in Chapters 182‑30 and 182‑31 of the Washington Administrative Code (WAC). If the position is anticipated to work a minimum of 630 hours in a school year, then that position would be deemed benefit eligible. SEBB benefits include medical, vision, dental, long‑term disability and life insurance. Supplemental coverages are also available.
Retirement Eligibility determination: A certificated position participates in the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) which requires at least 5 months of 70 or more hours of compensated employment during a school year to be eligible for Washington State Retirement. A classified position participates in the School Employee Retirement System (SERS) if the position is…
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