What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator Specialist position at Moses Lake School District 161?
Job Description
Paraeducator Specialist
Special Services Department
6.50 hrs per day/180 workdays per year
Shift time is subject to building needs.
Paraeducator Specialist
- Coordinates activities or performs specialized duties to assist in providing instruction to and supervision of students in a variety of instructional and non-instructional programs. Includes, but is not limited to, the following specialized duties:
- ELL/Migrant Instruction and Translation Services*
- Health Room*
- Computer Lab and Technology Support**
- Special Education Resource and Life Essentials**
QUALIFICATIONS:
If you do not have the minimum college credits for this position, you may take the ParaPro (ETS) Assessment. This assessment covers basic knowledge in math, reading, and writing. Please contact Michelle Musso, Human Resources Director, at mmusso@mlsd161.org if you would like to receive free tutoring to prepare for this assessment.
- High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 72 college quarter credits from a nationally accredited institution/pass ETS test required.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Must be accurate and efficient at completing tasks on time without constant/direct supervision.
- Ability to relate in a positive manner with students, parents, and staff/teachers, supervisory staff.
- Must be able to work effectively with small groups or individual students under the supervision of certificated staff.
- Ability to accurately keep records.
- Must be willing to respond with compassion to a student needing assistance with personal care, including verbally coaching students through such situations.
SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Meet performance expectations as outlined in MLSD #161 Classified Employee Performance Evaluation.
- Always punctual. If absences are required, inform the supervisor early enough so that normal workflow is not interrupted.
- Well-groomed and has a neat and clean appearance. Dresses appropriately for the job assignment.
- Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
- Promptly and accurately follows specific instructions, and performs duties with a positive attitude.
- Follows a duty schedule as assigned.
- Follows prescribed behavior plans as assigned.
- Applies appropriate discipline according to district procedures and behavior plans.
- Works independently and solves problems with minimal supervision.
- Works well with special needs children individually or in small groups to communicate the appropriate learning objectives as outlined in their individualized educational program (IEP) under the supervision of certified staff.
- Builds a positive relationship with special needs students.
- Encourages special needs students to develop positive relationships with their peers.
- Willing to receive Non-violent Crisis Intervention and Non-violent Restraint training.
- Effectively intervenes and controls students when they are out of control (e.g. fighting, acting out, having tantrums, etc.) by using the appropriate restraining methods approved by the district.
- Receives training to gain an understanding of specific disabilities.
- Responsibly supervises special needs students in the classroom.
- Responsible for the supervision of special needs students upon arrival and departure from school.
- Monitors activities to ensure safety and compliance with school rules.
- Willingness to provide emergency first aid as necessary.
- Willingness to obtain/possess a current First Aid card is required.
- Physical ability to perform required duties.
- Willingness to receive training in crisis intervention and/or restraining techniques, and use those skills as determined by certified staff.
- Willingness to assist with medically fragile children.
- Willingness to work with students with behavior difficulties.
- Must be able to work independently and solve problems with a minimum of supervision.
- Must have the ability to apply appropriate discipline according to district procedures.
- Ability to interpret as needed if the individual possesses multiple language skills.
- Maintain excellent attendance.
- Maintain district assigned email; read and respond to messages daily.
- Other duties as assigned
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Criminal history clearance through Washington State Patrol and FBI.
- Within the first year of employment, successfully complete the Washington State Fundamental Course of Study for Paraeducators provided by the District, as defined in RCW 28A.413.070, and continue to meet future requirements as mandated by the State.
The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766-2650, mmusso@mlsd161.org; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766- 2670, sburgess@mlsd161.org
Primary Location
Special Services
Salary Range
$20.41 - $25.10 / Salary Range: Per P.S.E. Contract Schedule
Shift Type
Full-Time
Salary : $20 - $25
