North -Paraeducator-Special Education

Under the supervision of the building principal and the classroom teacher, this position assists the certificated staff member in the implementation of the Individual Education Plan (IEP), Behavior Implementation Plan (BIP), or 504 Plan, and instructional program in both general education and special education classrooms. Performs a variety of routine clerical and office tasks in support of teachers and other district staff.

The position promotes positive public relations for the district. A specific duty roster may be established as needed by the building administrator. Depending upon individual school needs, the position may perform any or all of the following duties.

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Work directly with students to carry out the instructional and IEP, BIP or 504 program set up by the certificated staff member
• Prepare specified materials or equipment for use in program and classroom.
• Report learning or other difficulties encountered by students to the certificated staff member.
• Prepare teaching aids as directed by the certificated staff member.
• Operate instructional equipment.
• Prepare materials, both academic and non-academic to be used within the classroom.
• Implement with specified students/groups, programs as planned for reading, writing, math and behavior.
• Monitor students both in and out of the classroom.
• Tutor students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups or classroom.
• Collect and record student data and work.
• Maintain confidentially in relationship to the school, program, staff, and students.
• May be required to perform services which maintain personal hygiene of students, such as toileting, diapering and dressing. Monitors student health. May be required to assist with adaptive/medical equipment to include tube feeding and catheterization.
• Collect and prepare instructional and non-instructional materials as directed; assembles worksheets, lessons, art supplies and other materials; create and post bulletin boards; correct worksheets, quizzes and assignments.
• May be required to attend classes and workshops required for performance of duties.
• Perform COVID-19 screening.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• AA degree, 72 college credits or pass a skills test required.
• Post high school training in child development and related training desired.

• Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation may be required.
• CPR/First Aid may be required.

• Criminal background clearance.

Employees may be benefit-eligible based upon hours worked/FTE for the following benefits:

• Insurance Benefits:
  The following plans are provided through School Emplooyees Benefits Board (SEBB):
• • Medical;
    Dental;
    Vision;
    Basic Life Insurance; and Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement Benefits:
    Provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
  • Paid Leave Benefits:
    Sick Leave;
    Vacation/Personal Leave;
    Holiday