Paraeducator – Resource ; Rs

1:1 PARA EDUCATOR – RESOURCE SUPPORT (RS)

South Kitsap School District South Colby Elementary
- Port Orchard, Washington

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Reports To: Building Principal

Bargaining Unit: PSE

Department: Office of Special Services

Salary

Schedule:

Schedule A-Sup/Inst.

Employment Type: Classified

Salary Range: IV

FLSA Status: Hourly

Hours per Day: 6.0

Days per Year: 181 (+11 Holidays) = 192

The job of Para educator
- Resource Support (RS) is done for the purpose/s of providing support in classrooms where Specially Designed Instruction (SDI) is provided in the general education classroom and/or the Resource Support Program (RSP). Accommodations and modifications are provided to students in both settings based on individual need and as outlined in the IEP.

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives;
• Assists students, teachers, and other certificated personnel for the purpose of implementing instruction and/or IEPs;
• Attends meetings and trainings (e.g., first aid, CPR, de-escalation, emergency procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and conveying information relative to job functions;
• Develops under the supervision of assigned teacher instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g., academic subjects, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating students' progress on IEP objectives and ensuring students' success in school;
• Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher educational plans designed by IEP team for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts;
• Maintains confidentiality at all times following HIPPA, FERPA, IEP for the purpose of guidance and in accordance with district, state and federal guidelines;
• Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements;
• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g., hallways, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment;
• Observes and collects information to be recorded via data sheets for the purpose of supporting the progress of individual students' goals and objectives;
• Provides clerical and general classroom assistance for staff (e.g., collecting and inputting data, correspondence, copying, filing, preparing, and organizing classroom materials, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and providing general support for classroom activities related to learning goals and objectives;
• Supervises students in school setting for the purpose of maintaining and providing a safe and positive learning environment;
• Works under both direct and indirect supervision using standardized routines for the purpose of a safe and positive learning environment.

• Performs other related duties as assigned, may be assigned to a student as a 1:1 para educator for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families, staff and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment; using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures; write routine documents; speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies include: instructional procedures and practices; age-appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; stages of child development and behavior; de-escalation strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and collate data; and use basic job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data;

and utilize specific job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Specific ability-based…