What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator - Preschool position at Olympia School District?

Purpose Statement : The job of "Paraeducator-Special Education Preschool" is done for the purpose of assisting in the supervision and instruction of general and special education preschool students, to address academic, social / emotional, and functional goals across multiple instructional settings.

Paraeducator Required Attachments :

2 Classified Reference Letters
Copy of Para Pro Assessment Test results or official college transcripts

This paraeducator preschool position is 5.8 hpd continuing position, 180 days per year (plus 10 paid holidays).

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, as administered by the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Final benefit eligibility to be determined at time of hire. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees), as well as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program. Employees will receive vacation leave, paid holidays and additional compensation beyond their base salary as outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area.

Essential Job Functions :

Assist certificated staff for the purpose of implementation of plans related to IEP program development, including but not limited to, functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans and aversive therapy plans, and activities related to communication and OT / PT IEP goals.

Assist certificated staff with creation of necessary educational materials to enable student progress toward IEP goals and objectives.

Collect and communicate relevant data for the purpose of assisting certificated staff in evaluating students' progress.

Administer first aid, medical assistance and / or address health care needs, including personal hygiene and toileting assistance when necessary

Maintain students' files, records, etc. for the purpose of developing appropriate educational programs for students who qualify for special education.

Monitor students across educational settings, for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment, including facilitating necessary accommodations and modifications to curriculum, materials and schedules.

Assist other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of increasing staff capacity to implement

identified student programs, including instructional and behavioral plans. This would include

supporting other staff, as may be necessary, in any aspect of their assigned duties to support students.

Collaborate effectively with other personnel for the purpose of evaluation of students' progress and / or

implementation of students' objectives.

Contribute to a positive and productive learning environment for students and staff.

Maintain confidentiality in communications regarding students, staff, and parents.

Facilitate student independence in the instructional setting in a positive and productive manner.

Participate in team meetings for the purpose of collaborating and sharing information, and necessary

trainings to improving one's skills / knowledge.

Job Requirements - Qualifications :

Education Required : High school diploma or equivalent, AND when applicable successful completion

of ONE of the following assessments - the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Parapro assessment or the

Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program 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). Credits must be at 100 level or above.

Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.

Experience : Prior job related experience with young children who qualify for special education.

Participate in all OSD required health-related trainings. First Aid and CPR Training may be required.

Willingness to participate in appropriate training to gain necessary skills to perform this position, e.g.

Type II License, Food Handlers Permit.

Right Response Certification or willingness to obtain and maintain.

Skills, Knowledge and / or Abilities Required :

Perform basic clerical functions; perform basic arithmetic calculations; operate standard office

equipment; use English in verbal and written form, including correct grammar, punctuation and

spelling.

Create effective visual supports, student schedules, and reward systems.

Provide for special health care needs of students including personal hygiene and toileting / diapering as

necessary.

Implement instructional techniques effective with students with significant educational & behavioral

needs, necessary modifications to meet those needs.

Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; maintain confidentiality of student records;

meeting schedules and deadlines; read / interpret / apply rules, regulations, policies; rapidly learn

methods and materials used with students who have significant cognitive and / or physical disabilities.

Maintain alertness at all times, in an effort to anticipate and prevent situations that might be unsafe;

anticipate and prevent potential escalation of behavior. React promptly to maintain students' safety.

Facilitate the development of positive communication and social skills; support participation and

learning in instructional settings.

Collaborate and communicate effectively among team members.

Have, or be willing to obtain training in a variety of or adopted district instructional methodologies

such as Tools of the Mind, STARS, Structured Teaching, ABA.

Implement OSD adopted curricula (Tools of the Mind) and / or individual student plans consistently

and with fidelity.

Utilize effective instructional management techniques to facilitate student engagement in learning

activities.

Use assistive / adaptive technology and methods to support communication and / or adaptive living

skills.

Understand and use social stories or other non-verbal systems to teach and / or address social or

behavior skills.

Self-monitor and adjust interactions (including but not limited to physical proximity, vocabulary,

volume & tone of voice, sentence length, and use of visual supports) to promote student understanding

and success.

Collect student data relevant to individual and / or classroom goals, independently, consistently, and

accurately.

Maintain high expectations for student learning; promote and maximize independence among all

students.

Know and use de-escalation strategies regarding student behaviors / emotional / social needs. Use

district approved physical restraint techniques, teaming with / supporting others when physical

restraint is necessary

Understand and use positive reward systems or other non-punitive behavior support systems.

Significant physical abilities include sitting for prolonged periods; reaching / handling; talking / hearing

conversations; near / far visual acuity; restraining students when necessary, using appropriate techniques;

lifting up to 50 lbs.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

Olympia 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 or 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. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with

disabilities. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged

discrimination : Title IX Officer - James Whitehead, (360) 596-8545, jwhitehead@osd.wednet.edu ; Executive

Director of Elementary Education - Autumn Lara, (360) 596-8534, alara@osd.wednet.edu ; Section 504 and

ADA Coordinator (Students) - Ken Turcotte, (360) 596-7530, klturcotte@osd.wednet.edu ; ADA Coordinator

Staff) - Starla Hoff, (360) 596-6185, shoff@osd.wednet.edu ; Affirmative Action Officer and Civil Rights

Compliance Coordinator - Scott Niemann, (360) 596-6185, sniemann@osd.wednet.edu . Address : Knox

Administrative Center, 111 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506.

The Olympia School District will provide reasonable Accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the

opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures. Persons with

disabilities or are in need of translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at least three

days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed. Human Resources Officer : Voice :

360) 596-6185 or TDD : (360) 596-7537 or FAX : 360-596-6181.

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