Paraeducator ; Resource Room

The La Center School District has an employment opportunity for a Para educator I to support students in the Resource Room at La Center Elementary School.

The mission of the La Center School District is to create a supportive learning environment that empowers students to reach their fullest potential. We will do this in partnership with families,the community, staff and students to develop confident and self-reliant lifelong learners who can thrive in a rapidly changing, more technologically advanced and diverse society.

Under the supervision of the building principal, the Para educator I supports the district's mission by providing academic and supervisory support to students in an atmosphere of warmth, cooperation and service to others. The Para educator I works in various school settings including classrooms, the playground and cafeteria.

189 days per school year, when school is in session. Six (6) hours and forty (40) minutes per day, including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break, on regular student attendance days and reduced hours on late student arrival and early release days. The work schedule is 7:40 a.m.

- 2:20 p.m. on regular student attendance days; 8:40 a.m.

- 2:20 p.m. on late student arrival days; 7:40 a.m.

- 10:50 a.m. on early release days. Schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the district.

• This position is covered by the SEIU Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check and clearance by Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Duties will vary based on the assignment and may include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Provide instructional services to students under the direction of the certificated staff member
• Perform student observation and assessment; provide verbal and/or written feedback to assist certificated personnel in evaluating students
• Facilitate small group lessons to support academic areas as identified by teachers, coaches, or administrators
• Implement academic instruction assigned by the teacher for individuals (one-on-one) or small groups to assist the students in meeting learning goals
• Provide 1:1 student support as needed
• Monitor students within a variety of school settings including, but not limited to, classrooms, playground, cafeteria, restrooms, hallways, bus loading zones, and parking lots
• Attend training meetings to broaden expertise in working with remedial students
• Participate as a member of the education team; may attend parent conferences at the discretion of the principal
• Administer tests, collect data, and report student progress
• Maintain accurate data collection records and assist with completion of reports
• Contribute to the collaborative effort of all staff to meet individual instructional needs of students through participation in staff meetings, in-service programs, workshops and seminars
• Ability to participate in activities beyond the regularly scheduled work day
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and community partners
• Attend required trainings
• Maintain a neat, clean personal appearance and traits of a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate for a safe and professional work environment
• Provide a safe learning environment for all students
• Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Proof of high school graduation or equivalent and at least ONE of the following is required:
  • Associate's Degree or equivalent (48 semester/72 quarter hours) from an accredited college or university OR
  • A passing score on a state-approved Para educator Assessment
• Willingness and ability to complete professional development courses required by the State of Washington towards Para educator certification
• A valid CPR card, or the ability to obtain a card, is required upon hire
• Successful completion of a basic skills assessment may be required prior to offer of employment

• Experience working with students in a K-12 setting

• Flexibility and an attitude of cooperation with the ability to move from classroom to classroom to provide services throughout the district
• Ability to learn and utilize various computer software programs and assistive technology
• Ability to understand individual students' needs and help them grow
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse population of staff, students, families, and community members while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor and supporting an atmosphere of warmth, cooperation and service to others
• Demonstrated ability to treat all staff, students, parents, and community members with dignity
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students and staff
• Strong…