TITLE III NATIVE AMERICAN STUDENTS SUPPORT PARA

Paraeducator

• Date Posted :

11 / 19 / 2024

• Location :

District Wide

• Date Available :

UPON HIRE

• Closing Date :

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Posting : AP6372

Location : District Wide

Position :  Title III Native American Students Support Paraeducator

Rate : PESPA Level 3

Hours : 6.4 hours per day

Schedule :  Monday - Friday

Calendar :  190-Day

Budget Code :

Notes :  Under the Multilingual Education Program, the purpose of this position is to assist with the delivery of instructional services for eligible Native American students who qualify to receive language and literacy supports. Responsibilities vary with the individual assignment, but typically include instruction of students, and preparation of materials, testing, and record keeping. History of working with Native American students or communities preferred.

Minimum Paraeducator Employment Requirements

To be eligible for employment, candidates must meet the following criteria :

• Be at least eighteen years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Additionally, candidates must fulfill ONE of the following conditions :

• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Earn 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Score 455 or higher on the .
• Score 220 or higher on the (not administered by PSD).
• Score 65% or higher on The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program (not administered by PSD).
• Complete an apprenticeship as a paraeducator in a program registered with the .

Proof of Qualification

Candidates must upload documentation verifying that they meet the stated requirements to be considered for employment. This includes providing a copy of an official college transcript or a passing score in one of the following assessments :

• Education Testing Service ParaPro Assessment
• Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
• Master Teacher Inc. Paraprofessional Online Training Program

If submitting an assessment score, proof of a high school diploma or its equivalent must also be provided.

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires the completion and attainment of the state-mandated General Paraeducator Certificate.
• The Paraeducator Certificate Program offers statewide standards-based training for all paraeducators / Education Support Professionals (ESP) and supports a career growth ladder for those wishing to advance their career as a paraeducator or pursue a teaching profession.
• Staff will be required to complete 28 hours of training on the Fundamental Course of Study provided by the district. The first two days of FCS training must be completed within four months of the date of hire, and the second two days within six months of the date of hire, or by September 1 of the next school year. The general certificate is then earned by a paraeducator who completes ten days (70 clock hours) of professional development training.

Benefits and Wages

• Refer to the PSD Education Support Prof Employees (PESPA)-WEA agreements, salary schedules, calendars, and benefits .

To Expedite Employment Processing

• Provide a minimum of 3 professional references from current and former supervisors, including their email addresses. Ensure these references respond promptly.

Additional Information for External Candidates

• Your application remains active for two years for selected positions.
• Hiring teams will review all completed applications. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by phone or email.
• Update your application regularly to reflect any changes, such as meeting paraeducator requirements, new employment history or references.
• For questions, please review or contact the Human Resources Department at

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