Special Program Para , ISEP

Special Program Para 2, ISEP 1:

Vancouver Public Schools Alki Middle School - Vancouver, Washington. Open in Google Maps.

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Sep 30, 2026 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
• Re-Posted:
  Jul 01, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Immediately

Special Program Para educator 2, Integrated Social Emotional Program (ISEP)

6 hours per day, 9 months per year

This is a one‑on‑one position

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Non-Exempt

All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks and requires a criminal background investigation.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience, and skills that highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

Internal applicants must provide official transcripts to confirm education or ETS Para Pro Assessment results with application.

External applicants must provide official transcripts to confirm education or ETS Para Pro Assessment results with application.

• Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED
• One of the following: official transcripts verifying an Associate’s Degree (90 quarter, 60 semester) OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college or business school; OR ETS Para Pro Assessment result of 461 or higher
• One year of related experience working with children in an educational setting preferred
• Successful experience as part of an educational team preferred
• Experience demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment, providing support to achieve desired goals for the classroom and/or program area
• Possess excellent problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills and ability to think quickly
• Experience working with children with moderate to severe disabilities preferred

• Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse, socio-economic backgrounds
• Ability to act upon evasive and aggressive behavior of students
• Ability to attend mandatory training on weekends and successfully pass district CPI, de-escalation/physical restraint training
• 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 teacher(s)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules
• Ability to develop relationships and supportive roles with children who possess mental or physical disabilities

• Ability to lift, move, 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, take data on behaviors, and communicate those observations with other appropriate service providers
• Regular attendance to carry out duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements

• Treat co‑workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serve as a positive role model for students, practicing the behaviors expected of them
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Work as a team member to assist the teacher in implementing and evaluating goals and objectives on individual student IEPs
• Participate in team meetings as appropriate for the purpose of providing observational input or acquiring information pertinent to the position
• Manage behavior and assist students during class activities in small groups or individually. Provide instructional assistance as directed by appropriate certificated staff. Subject areas may include academic subjects, basic life skills, social skills, community…