Paraeducator - and Transition Program

Position: Para educator - Employment and Transition Program 1:1

Position Type

Para Educator (School Aide)/ Assistant working 1:1 w/Scholar

Date Posted

9/8/2025

Location

Norman Center

Hours per Day

6.5 hours per day; $27.88 to $30.55 DOE

Days of the Week

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Shift Times

Shift times may vary depending on building needs. Example of shifts time are:
Monday - Thursday 7:00am - 1:45pm and Fridays 7:00am - 12:45pm OR Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 2:15pm and Fridays 7:30am - 1:15pm

Days per Year

180

Position Summary

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is working 1:1 with a student. The Employment and Transition Program (ETP) is designed to teach employment personal management and recreation/leisure skills to 18 to 21 year old students with developmental disabilities. Under the general supervision and direction of a certificated teacher, specialist or principal, the Para educator performs instructional/tutorial assignments, student supervision, clerical tasks, and may perform health-related procedures as needed.

Paraeducators work in a large team-teaching approach to serve the individual needs of each student. The Para educator must also be able to work with small groups of students in work experience and/or vocational settings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Accomplish tasks specific to special assignment while working within legal and special program parameters.
• Work directly under the supervision of a certificated teacher or specialist and follow such directions as given.
• Instruct individuals or small groups, supervise groups for periods of time.
• Perform clerical tasks.
• Perform health-related procedures, as needed, which may include hygiene and diapering issues, and administer special programs and tests, only when properly trained.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.
• Responsible for assisting students in the pool.
• Travel with students using local transit options or District vehicles

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Per Federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Regulations, new hires must have:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent,
• And one of the following :

• AA degree, OR
• 48 College-Level Semester Credits, OR
• 72 College-Level Quarter Credits, OR
• Pass the state approved Para Pro Assessment

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills;
Experienced and/or training in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in an employment and transition setting with young adults.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Pass a criminal background check
Pass fitness for duty examination
Washington State driver’s license.
Possess and maintain Type II driver’s license
Complete the district's para educator core competency requirements
Possess and maintain Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) certificated course
Successfully complete the FWPS district-approved Right Response training at the advanced level at the next available time; maintain current certification at the advanced level through an annual recertification class
Possess and maintain American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR and first aid training
Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

KNOWLEDGE OF

Individual education plans (IEPs)
English grammar and spelling
Basic math
Positive behavior interventions
Right Response and de-escalation techniques
School Board Policies

ABILITY TO

Demonstrate basic knowledge of modern technology and willingness and ability to increase knowledge to proficiency
Work independently and work collaboratively with others fostering a team approach whenever appropriate.
Maintain a good work attendance record, be punctual, and follow District procedures for reporting all absences.
Demonstrate enthusiasm, flexibility and a commitment to students.
Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.
Develop and maintain positive relations with staff and service providers
Follow written and verbal directions with minimal supervision
Speak, read and follow written communications in English
Perform basic spelling, math and grammar skills
Demonstrate the desire, skill and patience to work with students with special emotional, academic and social needs, which may include violent behavior
Demonstrate a caring attitude and establish an environment that encourages appropriate behavior and successful learning
Exercise judgment as to when to act independently and when to refer to higher authority
Practice ethical and professional standards of…