Paraeducator II, HS Structured Learning Center; SLC Academics FTE), Pa

Para educator II - High School Structured Learning Center (SLC) for Academics, 6.5 hrs/day (.8125 FTE), Part Time, Permanent

Background and experience working with children with social and emotional difficulties strongly preferred.

• First round of interviews will be conducted by a review of applicants' video submissions.

The North Clackamas School District strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background.

We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

The incumbent performs a variety of instructional, training, and/or support duties to assist Special Education teachers in instruction, supervision, and education of students with severe physical and mental special needs that generally require placement in self-contained classrooms. The incumbent may also be assigned in one-on-one teacher‑to‑student situations when the students have needs similar to those of Structured Learning Center classrooms (e.g., physical disabilities requiring considerable support).

Initial wage placement according to NCSD/OSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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North Clackamas School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. The district contributes the employer portion; there is also a mandatory employee portion. Upon eligibility, which is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position, the employee is required to contribute 6% as their employee portion, via payroll deduction.

Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.

TBD;
Subject to change depending on department needs

185 days

• Successful completion of an Associate's Degree, or two years of post‑high school education. The education requirement may be substituted at the sole discretion of the District by successfully passing the written Educational Testing Service competency examination.
• Able to be certified or to become certified in first aid, CPR, and/or operation of defibrillators.
• Able to be trained in instructional and behavior intervention methodologies in such content areas as reading, writing, and mathematics, and in such areas as student restraint, safety, medication, and physical management and intervention systems.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a team member.
• Able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing tasks and priorities.
• Able to assist, console, and manage students who may be emotional, distraught, or frustrated.
• Able to remain calm, focused and in control when working with students, parents, guardians, and community members who may be upset.
• Able to follow written and verbal directions and take the initiative to seek clarity and take action when needed.
• Be or become knowledgeable and supportive of classroom management and student discipline procedures.
• Possess effective and accurate command of the English language.
• Able to organize work and set priorities for accomplishing work in a timely and effective manner.
• Able to protect the confidentiality of student information consistent with FERPA requirements and good judgment.
• Able to work collaboratively and effectively with staff, students, parents, volunteers, and community members.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Skill in the use of office and computer equipment and use of standard Office software and student information…