The posting
Job Information:
The job of Para Educator was established for the purpose/s of assisting (by assignment) the classroom teacher with maintaining classroom order; presenting direct instruction of supplied materials primarily in small groups; performing classroom clerical tasks; monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time, and providing supervision before & after school, during recess and lunchroom, etc. Assignment areas will be in various classrooms.
Essential Job Duties:
- Assist in direct instructional services to students under the supervision of a certificated staff member.
- Provides verbal and/or written communication of observations for the purpose of keeping parents and/or teachers apprised of discipline issues.
- Responds to inquiries (e.g. students, teachers, administrators, and/or parents) for the purpose of solving problems, providing information and/or directing to other sources.
- Supervises students in a variety of settings (e.g. playground, cafeteria, bus loading, after school detention, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring student activities to maintain a safe and positive learning environment
- Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
- Assists students with classroom assignments (e.g. reading and other lessons, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring students’ activities and/or responding to requests of students.
- Assist the teacher with record keeping tasks as directed.
- Administer appropriate diagnostic materials as prescribed in program and directed by teacher.
- Work daily with students in accordance with scheduled times.
- Facilitate and complete learning experiences designated by the teacher.
- Record progress of students on daily task sheets.
- Assist the teacher in maintaining the safety and well-being of the students.
- Provide social and academic guidance for students under direction of the teacher.
- Maintain appropriate student records.
- Manage student behavior in the classroom by invoking approved disciplinary procedures
Mandatory Conditions of Employment:
- Proof of High School diploma, or equivalent;
- Have one of the following:
- An AA Degree from an accredited academic college or university
- A minimum of 72 college quarter credits
- Have passed a district-recognized assessment of basic skills and instructional proficiency (currently the ETS test)
- Completion of 14 hours of Fundamental Course of Study training as provided and directed by the District (OSPI and PESB requirement).
- Successful clearance of the FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.
- Successful Washington State Sexual Misconduct clearance.
- Completion of federal I-9 form.
The following policies have been adopted and are reflected in our employment practices:The Omak School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district activities, programs, and employment opportunities. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX/RCW28A.640/RCW28A.642 Officer, as well as, Compliance Coordinator for State Laws RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality and RCW 28A.642 Discrimination Prohibited Officer, Brittney Richter, [email protected], P.O. Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 (509) 826-7687, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Sarah Lewman, [email protected], P.O. Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 (509) 826-8342.This organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office.Omak School District is a drug and tobacco free workplace. For more information on Omak School District’s Affirmative Action Plan, please visit the “District Information” section located under “our District” on the Omak School District website at www.omaksd.org.This organization requires a successful applicant to provide employment eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
