Paraeducator - Deaf​/Hard of Hearing

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Overview

Position Type:
Para Educator (School Aide)/ Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program

Location:

Sherwood Forest Elementary

Date Posted: 10/29/2025

Closing Date:
Upon Hire

Hours per Day: 6.0 Hours per Day;
Range: $26.22-$28.89 DOE

Days of the Week:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Shift Times: 8:20 AM – 3:05 PM (6h 45m) Monday-Thursday; 8:20 AM – 2:05 PM Friday-Saturday

Days per Year: 180

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation and evaluation of IEP goals and objectives.
• Assist in the daily instruction of the assigned student and other students in group activities.
• Assist in the planning of daily/weekly individual and group lessons based on IEP goals and objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain data to modify IEP and help determine program effectiveness.
• Provide all staff with essential information to meet IEP goals and objectives.
• Assist in developing and implementing behavior plans for the student.
• Assist with the teaching of appropriate daily living skills, including personal hygiene, toileting, feeding, other self-help skills, communication, and classroom routines.
• Assist student with successful transitions such as arrival, dismissal, music, P.E., library, motor activities, lunch, and recess.
• Assist in transferring student, if in a wheelchair, from chair to floor and back, from chair to toilet and back or to special equipment using either a Hoyer lift or 1–2 person lift.
• Prepare classroom or instructional materials, as requested.
• Perform instructional clerical tasks.
• Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers.
• Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• And one of the following:
  • AA degree, OR
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) and 48 college-level semester credits or 72 college-level quarter credits, OR
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) and pass the state approved para educator assessment test

Additional Requirements: Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills; experience or training in language development related to reading instruction, remediation, and assessment.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing students.

Other and

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (reiterated)

Condition of Employment

• Pass a criminal background check
• Complete the district's para educator core competency requirements
• Possess and maintain PBIS certificated course
• Complete Right Response training at the advanced level and maintain certification annually
• Possess and maintain CPR and first aid training
• Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of IEPs; assistive listening equipment;
  English grammar and spelling; basic math;
  Positive behavior interventions;
  Right Response and de-escalation techniques;
  School Board Policies
• Ability to use a sign language system in a non-interpretive manner at a conversational level; monitor and care of assistive listening equipment; adapt to technology; work independently and collaboratively; maintain good attendance; communicate effectively in a multicultural community
• Demonstrate ethical and professional conduct, confidentiality, and a commitment to student success

Culture and Equity

• Knowledge and practice of cultural competence and equity; promote inclusive environments

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Describe typical physical demands and safety considerations; reasonable accommodations available
• Indoor and outdoor work; moderate noise; potential exposure to infectious diseases

Work Schedule and Reporting

• School year assignment; hours and days may vary by school
• Reports to classroom teacher and/or department head and building principal; evaluated by building principal or designee

Representation, Compensation and History

• Representation:
  Public School Employees Union (PSE) SEIU Local 1948
• Compensation:
  Para educator on the PSE Salary Schedule with prorated benefits
• Classification history:
  Update 07/2015;
  Right Response language updated 07/2017

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability or veteran status.

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