PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL DISTRICT
Human Resources-Job Posting
Position Opening Announcement:
6.5 Hrs/Day Specialized Skill Paraeducator, one to one support
(May work with students with high needs in supervision)
Blue Heron Middle School
2024-25 School Year – Leave Replacement
Posting Date: June 14, 2024 Posting No. 2024-26
Applicants must meet the “Every Student Succeeds Act” highly qualified requirement through two years of college, or an Associate’s degree or higher; or have passed the ParaPro Assessment Test. This position is subject to the SEIU Collective Bargaining Agreement.
SUPERVISION:
Supervision of paraeducators is the responsibility of the building principal.
This position will receive daily direction from the building Special Education Teacher.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Organizational skills; ability to manage time and materials in a variety of settings
Understands and uses instructional techniques and strategies appropriate to young learners
Toileting, diapering, feeding, transferring and monitoring of student health based on individual needs
Understanding of confidentiality issues
Ability to teach groups of students and maintain student engagement and order in a variety of situations
Ability to work as a positive, confidant and cooperative member of an instructional team
Demonstrated willingness to accept teacher direction regarding the instructional needs of students
Willingness to complete Right Response training regarding de-escalation and safe restraint procedures
Ability to take data on individual student achievement
Ability to work successfully, collaboratively and professionally with students, parents and staff
Practice positive and clear communication skills with children and adults
Ability to use computers
Conflict resolution skills
Valid First Aid/CPR card preferred
Valid Type II Certification or ability to obtain one
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work in a small group setting teaching basic skills
Sense of humor
Skilled use of, or willingness to learn, educational computer applications, electronic communications
and basic word processing
Good attendance is essential
Other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE:
It is highly desirable that candidates have experience in the following areas:
- working in an instructional support role with students
- working with special needs students and at-risk youth
- working with students exhibiting challenging/disruptive behaviors
- Using technology for educational purposes
- Working collaboratively with co-workers
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Major responsibilities include:
- Implement and monitor student’s educational program under direction of Special Education teacher
- be knowledgeable about student's program, goals and objectives
- implement programs and provide assistance to students as directed, including communication and specific behavior plans
- observe and gather data about student's progress and development
- set up and maintain student files, data collection, and records
- demonstrate flexibility in working in a changing educational environment
- Support students to maintain appropriate behavior and safety in the school environment
- follow established discipline guidelines and behavior plans
- participate in evaluation of student behavior and needs
- maintain professional composure to work through stressful situations with students and staff
- Work successfully with students, parents, and staff
- establish positive relationships with students
- communicate professionally with parents and staff
- establish productive role with staff
- demonstrate flexibility in working in a variety of settings
Salary Range: $22.86 - $28.11, Depending on school experience
BENEFITS:
Benefits include Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Family Sick Leave, Bereavement Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, and Basic Life insurance coverages for those that meet the work hourly requirement of 630 hours per year. Retirement is through the WA State Department of Retirement, plans available: SERS Plan 2 or SERS Plan 3. (To qualify for health benefits, you have to meet the minimum of 630 hours worked in a year)
External applications for this position will be accepted until filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application materials are available online at http://www.ptschools.org.
A COMPLETED APPLICATION FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS INCLUDES:
- Completed Port Townsend School District application form
- Letter of application stating specific qualifications for this position
- Resume
- Letters of recommendation from previous supervisors
For application questions contact:
Carrie Baxter, Administrative Secretary or
Laurie McGinnis Payroll/HR Director
Port Townsend School District #50
Gael Stuart Building, 1610 Blaine St
Port Townsend WA 98368
360 680-5755
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Port Townsend School District No. 50 complies with all federal and state rules and regulations, and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, immigration status, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, 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. Further, the district will provide equal access and opportunity to meet to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Compliance Coordinator for State Law (RCW 28A.640/28A.642) and Title IX Coordinator: Laurie McGinnis, 1610 Blaine St. (360)680-5755. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Shelby MacMeekin, 1610 Blaine St. (360)379-4501.
NOTE: New employees who will have unsupervised access to children must complete a satisfactory fingerprint check with the Washington State Patrol and the FBI. Employment will be considered temporary and conditional pending a satisfactory background check. There will be a $50.00 processing fee.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer