North Fork Elementary Recess Lunch Supervision

Recess Supervision Paraprofessional

Woodland Public Schools - Elementary Recess Supervision Paraprofessional - 3.25 hrs daily

Position Title:

Recess Supervision Paraprofessional

Location:

North Fork Elementary

Days/Hrs: M - F, 3.25 hrs per day. Exact times to be determined based upon bell schedule and student need, 191 days per year (180 work days and 11 holidays)

Start Date:

8/26/26

Pay

Schedule:

LINK to Schedule

Benefits:
This position does not qualify for health or retirement benefits

Job Summary:

Recess Supervision Paraprofessional. Supervise students and maintain a cooperative atmosphere during recess and lunch. Circulate among students and attempt to resolve minor problems as they arise. Assist in organizing various play activities and games. Supervise the dismissal of students from the playground.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Required to have completed one of the following requirement:
  Either (1) documentation to support an Associate's Degree or transcripts to verify the comparable equivalence (i.e. 72 college quarter credits or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college or business school), or (2) ETS Para Pro Assessment with a passing score of 455 (this can be taken at ESD 112 or at Lower Columbia College), (3) The Master Teacher Inc.
  
  Para educator Online Training Program: 65% or (4) Completed a Para educator 2 Apprenticeship Program.
• Required to complete the Fundamental Course of Study (FCS) within the first year of employment.
• Ability to work and communicate well with staff members
• One year of job-related experience working with children in an educational setting
• Experience which demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and skills in working effectively in a team environment, providing support to achieve the desired goal(s) for the classroom and/or program area
• Possess excellent problem-solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills and the ability to think quickly
• Successful experience as part of an educational team
• Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds
• Ability to learn and use a computer monitor, keyboard, and appropriate adaptive technologies
• Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from the classroom teacher(s)
• Ability to be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules
• Ability to lift, move, and physically restrain a child of the size required by the job
• Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building and grounds
• Ability to observe the behavior of students, both visually and by listening, and to communicate those observations with other appropriate service providers
• Para-Educator Core Competencies required by the State of Washington preferred-need to complete this within the first year after being hired if not previously completed
• Regular and punctual attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements

Work Habits:

• Performs duties efficiently
• Utilizes time appropriately
• Maintains an organized and safe work area
• Ensures confidentiality of information
• Adheres to regulations
• Produces quality work
• Completes work on schedule
• Shows initiative
• Demonstrates flexibility
• Uses safety equipment when appropriate
• Adapts and incorporates program and policy changes

Interpersonal

Skills:

• Shows respect for others
• Shows sensitivity to the needs of others
• Displays effective listening skills
• Communicates problems and concerns effectively and courteously
• Dependability:
  Works independently of close supervision
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record
• Arrives on time and ready to work
• Attitude:
  Demonstrates a positive feeling for work
• Accepts difficult assignments
• Accepts supervision re: direction, improvement
• Acts professionally on the job site

Technical

Skills:

• Maintains and operates equipment
• Performs assigned cleaning tasks
• Follows appropriate safety guidelines
• Maintains accurate reports/records
• Demonstrates overall knowledge of job requirements

Other:

• Wears proper clothing and footwear
• Presents appropriate appearance
• Participates in and takes advantage of educational opportunities
• Provides emergency assistance when needed
• Assists the appropriate certificated staff member(s) in developing specific goals for each student
• Assists the teacher in planning and evaluating overall learning goals and individual students' progress
• To complete required state and local trainings as funding is provided
• Independently oversee student(s) behavior and assist the student(s) during class activities
• In conjunction with the certificated staff member, assist with classroom activities or provide instruction to the student
• Assistance provided may include the following areas: academic subjects, basic life skills, social skills, and other areas as assigned
• Tutor or guide individual(s) or small group of students in various subjects (i.e., Reading, Math, ESL or other academic subjects)
• This will include…