What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator - AJ West Elementary position at Aberdeen School?
6 hours per day
Benefits eligible - Comprehensive Benefit information can be found here.
All candidates who wish to be considered for this position must have High school diploma or equivalent, AND successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) ParaPro Assessment, OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (official transcript is required), OR an Associate's (or higher) degree (official transcript is required.) and submit the online employment application. Current school district employees are required to complete the internal online application process.
APPLICATION DEADLINE : Open until filled
General responsibilities and qualifications are outlined in the para-educator job description. May perform basic education, Title 1, Migrant, ESL, LAP, ECEAP, day care and special education duties including one-on-one responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- High school diploma or equivalent, AND successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) ParaPro Assessment, OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (official transcript is required), OR an Associate's (or higher) degree (official transcript is required.)
- Post high school training in child development and related training desired.
- Ability to handle students with behavioral and physical handicapping conditions. Candidate must be willing to be trained in behavioral management strategies specifically designed for this student.
- Physical ability to perform required duties which may include lifting and positioning students in and out of a vehicle, wheelchair, therapy equipment, etc.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the general public.
- Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and English usage.
- General knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment, and ability to operate standard office equipment including computers, fax machine, and photocopier.
- Bilingual / Spanish speaking preferred.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
LICENSES / SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
May be required to complete training in First Aid and CPR if required by the District.
FBI and Washington State Patrol background clearance required.
Equal Opportunity Employer : Aberdeen School District complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to Christi Clinkingbeard, Title IX Officer (360) 538-2003 cclinkingbeard@asd5.org and Dr. Richard K. Bates Section 504 / ADA Coordinator (360) 538-2018 rbates@asd5.org. Aberdeen School District No. 5, 216 North G Street, Aberdeen, Washington 98520.
