Paraeducator, Learning Support

Para educator, Learning Support 1:1

Walnut Grove Elementary, Vancouver, Washington

Para educator, Learning Support – 6.5 hours per day, 9 months per year. This is a one‑on‑one position. Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Non‑Exempt.

• 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 that are expected of them.
• Work in a flexible and cooperative manner.
• Support the appropriate certificated staff member(s) in developing specific goals for each student.
• Support the teacher in planning and evaluating overall learning goals and individual students' progress.
• Independently oversee student(s) behavior and assist student(s) during class activities.
• Assist with classroom activities or provide instruction to students in academic subjects, basic life skills, social skills, and other areas as assigned.
• Produce and assemble teaching materials as directed by teacher.
• Assist with data entry, record keeping, and filing.
• Grade/correct papers and homework utilizing a rubric or key.
• Oversee assigned students as they enter/leave school grounds, on the playground and in the cafeteria, or on field trips as directed by Special Ed certificated staff.
• Attend training meetings to broaden expertise in working with students with special needs.
• Responsible for collecting and sharing progress data.
• Utilize technology to collect Individualized Education Plan (IEP) data and to inform work with students in goal areas.
• Lead small groups or individualized instruction in reading, writing, math, and social/behavioral skills.
• Support students in general education classrooms requiring adjustments or modifications, communicating and collaborating with the general education teacher about accommodations.
• Communicate clearly with special education teacher regarding student behavior, progress, and needs.
• Implement suggestions and feedback from other staff related to specific students.
• Implement behavior support plans for students with behavior needs.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by administrator in alignment with job classification.

• Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED, and 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 teamwork, providing support to achieve classroom program goals.
• Possess excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and conflict‑resolution skills and ability to think quickly.

• 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 implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from the teacher.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• 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.
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements.

Salary range:
New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. Employees may receive experience credit toward salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here. Benefits:
Employees who work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Retirement:
Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, based on FTE. Time Off:
Vancouver Public Schools offers paid holidays and paid time off, including sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options are available in the associated Comprehensive Professional Agreement (CPA). Position Type:
Day Shift
Salary: $26.26 to $31.92 hourly.