CLPara/BE/FED - Hawthorne
Job in
Kennewick, Benton County, Washington, 99536, USA
Listing for:
Kennewick School District
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: CL22517: Para/BE/FED - Hawthorne
Position#22517: Para/BE/Federal Programs
Posting Dates: 07/29/2025 – 8/4/2025 (Or Until Filled)
Location:Hawthorne Elementary School
Hours:7 Hours per Day, 180 Days per Year
This position will begin with school year. New hires may attend paid training days in August.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The para educator in this position will work directly with students in the classroom setting with the goal of improving student reading, writing and math skills.
This para educator will be responsible for carrying through prescribed instructional programs under the direct supervision of certificated staff. Other duties include adapting and making materials appropriate to instructional needs, recess supervision, maintaining accurate records, and performing other para educator duties as assigned by the supervisor.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
All applications must be submitted to the Kennewick School District Online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.Must have an AA degree OR 72 quarter college credits OR 48 semester college credits OR a passing score on the ETS test.Mustattach unofficial transcriptproving AA or equivalent to application.
Official transcripts of all levels of education, including high school, required within 30 days of hire.Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Must be able to meet the Physical Demands of the position.Must pass a basic skills test.Completion of Safe Schools Web Based Training within 30 days of hire and yearly thereafter.Must pass a background check, which includes employee paid fingerprinting.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Required academic skills to assist students (i.e. knowledge in sciences, language arts, math, reading and social studies).Must uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures.Must take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.Must attend in-service trainings or other meetings as required, as well as attend any training as directed by management.Evidence of ability to assess and correct issues involving safety.Evidence of ability to establish and maintain a tactful, cooperative and effective relationship with students, parents, staff, fellow employees and management.Evidence of ability to approach assigned work in a professional manner, working toward the common goal of teamwork, pride in service delivery and continuous improvement.Must demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to communicate verbally and in writing with students, parents, district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job related activities.Must be able to use basic computer programs to maintain records, enter timecard information and read and respond to email.Must be willing to become first-aid certified if required.QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED
Bachelor’s Degree.Previous experience working in a multicultural setting.Bilingual.Experience and/or training with computer technology and ability to assist students with computer operations.Effectively communicates and develops relationship with students, teachers, administrators, parents and public.Able to work with interruptions while balancing daily responsibilities.Able to monitor student progress under teacher supervision.Evidence of ability to be a self-starter.Evidence of excellent attendance, punctuality, and dependability.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with instruction as directed by certificated staff using developmentally appropriate activities.Participate in assessment activities.Prepare instructional materials as requested.Independently supervise playground and crosswalk duties as assigned.Participate in staff in-service training, meetings, activities and Parent Advisory Council meetings.Maintain records as necessary for efficient procedures and evaluation.Ma…
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