CLS-Special Eduction Para Educator @ Mission View

Position

POSITION #209-CLS-06-26

Special Education Para

Mission View Elementary

6 hours per day / 191 days per year

STARTS  School Year

Salary: $21.32 - $23.79 per hour

Assist the Special Education instructor in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social and intellectual development of students. Provide educational services to students in the special education program. Observe, record and report student progress and behavior. Assist students in games, activities, instruction, and use of playground equipment. Use appropriate behavior management techniques to maintain a positive climate for learning.

Motivate students through effective communication and evaluation feedback. Assist in providing for the physical needs of students. Escort and transport students to and from various activities and locations. Provide daily feeding and meal time supervision and assistance. Assist with toilet and hygiene care as needed. Adhere to required program guidelines and the student’s individual education plan (IEP) or behavior plan.

This position may require one-on-one or resource room support. Other related duties as assigned. Building locations subject to change based on student support needs.

• Assist Special Education instructor with lesson prep and classroom management.
• Provide direct instruction and support to students with special needs.
• Observe, record, and report student progress and behavior.
• Assist students with games, activities, instruction, and playground equipment use.
• Implement behavior management techniques to maintain a positive learning climate.
• Motivate students through effective communication and feedback.
• Assist with physical needs: feeding, toilet and hygiene care, transportation.
• Maintain student attendance records and ensure punctuality.
• Adhere to program guidelines and individual education plans.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Minimum AA degree or equivalent or passed PRAXIS test required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Ability to make good decisions; patient, flexible, self- vated, communicative, team- nted, and possess academic and social skills.
• Ability to relate well to students, parents, and staff.
• Physical ability to lift, sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Attendance and punctuality are important functions of the position.

Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life and long-  disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).

Tuition reimbursement: 50% up to $450 per year for qualified expenses.

Paid leave benefits and holidays:

• 180-219 day employees: 10 days of sick leave, 2 personal leave days, 11 holidays.
• 220-259 day employees: 10 sick days, 3 personal days, 11 holidays.
• 260 day employees: 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 14 holidays, 12 vacation days.

All benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day.

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Collective bargaining agreements: https://-agreements

This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington.

The Wenatchee School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Discrimination and harassment complaints may be reported to the district’s Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. For a copy of the district’s nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact the school or district office or view it online.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:
The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.

Disclosure Statement and Record Check:
The recommended applicant will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether they have been convicted of crimes against persons listed in Washington laws. A background check based on fingerprints will be requested. Employment is conditional upon completion of the record check.