Paraeducator - Afterschool Program Assistant

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CLASSIFIED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Job #: 2024-318

Opening Date: February 10, 2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Accepting Applications From: All Interested Applicants

Position: Para-Educator –Afterschool Program Assistant

Employment Status: 4 hours per day

Shift starts between the hours of 2:00pm-6:30pm (times may vary on half days)

180 student days 11 holidays

Continuing Position

Salary: In accordance with the PSE salary schedule

Minimum Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Every Student Succeeds Act requirements (official college transcript with evidence of 72.0 college-level quarter credit hours OR official college transcript with evidence of Associate’s degree or higher OR official 4-page Parapro score report with score of 455 or higher

· Completion of 28 hours of Fundamental Course of Study training during the 2024-2025 school year.

· Completion of an additional 70 hours of professional development, within three years, to obtain the General Paraeducator Certificate

· Must be able to work both independently and under supervision and be able to understand and follow oral and written instruction

· Willingness to receive further training in all aspects related to the position

· Must possess independent decision making skills

· Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks and organize time.

· Must have strong organizational, planning and time management skills

· Must possess good communication skills, both verbal and interpersonal

Must possess computer skills

· Must possess good judgment and critical thinking abilities

· Must be committed to serving a diverse clientele

· Must display initiative, ability to learn, flexibility, integrity, and self discipline

· The individual must be friendly, patient, personable and must effectively work with students

· Treat student information in a confidential manner

· Embraces the educational philosophy that all children can learn

Special Requirements:

· Fingerprints (successful WSP and FBI clearance)

· Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later)

· I-9 Employment Eligibility (citizen or legal alien status)

· Current CPR/First Aid card or willingness to seek training

· HIV/HBV Training (district will provide but must be obtained within 60 days of employment)

· Harassment Prevention Training (district will provide but must be obtained within 60 days of employment

General Job Summary:

The program assistant will work directly under the supervision of the afterschool program director and is responsible to provide quality programming and maintain a positive place for kids. Program assistants will work independently as directed with students to support their academic, social and extra-curricular development. Program assistants will be responsible for direct supervision of and the development of positive relationships with each student.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.· Provide supervision of students at all times.

· Provide a safe environment for all participants staff, partners and families.

· Assist in creating a learning environment celebrating discovery and achievement.

· Maintain a clean and well organized working environment

· Develop and maintain positive relationships with students.

· Provide academic support in the tutoring center as assigned.

· Provide and lead athletic, arts and crafts, extra-curricular, etc activities for students as assigned.

· Assist the director with recordkeeping and clerical duties as assigned.

· Operate support equipment such as copy machines, laminators, die-cut

· Perform clerical duties and record keeping

· Use technology (computers) for word processing, data management, spreadsheets

· Preparing instructional materials and displays

· Operate audio visual equipment

· Prepare healthy and nutritious snacks

· Assist in managing food inventory in a safe and healthy manner

· Will work directly with small groups of students under direct supervision

· Administer minor first-aid

· Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents

· Other duties as may relate to specific area of assignment

Working Conditions:

Work is typically performed in and around a student learning environment; may be exposed to childhood diseases; may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time; may be required to lift; may experience a multitude of demands and changing priorities.

How to Apply:

Selection Process: The hiring process is consistent with district board policies and procedures, hiring practices, and union collective bargaining agreements. Screening of completed application files will be conducted on or after the screening date. Applications will be screened and candidates selected will be notified of interview and testing, as applicable.

La Conner School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical 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. The following employee handles questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights, Title IX, and Section 504 Coordinator, David Cram, Director of Finance & Operations, Human Resources and Risk Management (360) 466-3171, dcram@lc.k12.wa.us; Address: PO. Box 2103, La Conner, WA 98257.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.54 - $31.41 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $31