Substitute Paraprofessional

POSITION: Substitute Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant TYPE: School-based GRADE LEVEL: Hiring for early and elementary education positions LOCATION: Tacoma, WA RATE: $25 per hour (fixed rate) STATUS: Fixed, part time school year, non-exempt, in-person position START: Start date will be determined as a part of the offer process REPORTS TO: Building Principal or their designee Who You Are You believe in the power of teamwork and want to work in a collaborative school community where team members support one another, whether it’s sharing ideas, teaming up on parent communication, or stepping in to help a colleague in need. You are excited by the idea of delivering rigorous and engaging content to scholars by leveraging high-quality curriculum and teaching resources. You enjoy opportunities to share your voice on how to improve our scholars’ experience through dynamic and ongoing input cycles facilitated by school & network leaders. You are aligned with Impact Public Schools’ values and share an unwavering belief that every child, regardless of their identity and needs, can thrive and meet ambitious goals. Under the guidance and supervision of your school leadership and in partnership with your classroom’s Lead Teacher to create a positive learning environment Classroom Management Work closely with the Lead Teacher to contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom environment, support effective behavior management strategies, and assist in creating a safe and engaging atmosphere conducive to student learning. Support individual student needs to be successful in participating in an inclusive learning environment. Instructional Practices Work closely with the Lead Teacher to consistently execute core best practices aligned to Impact’s instructional model in a variety of formats (whole group, small group, one on one). Independently lead enrichment and small group instruction in support of effective literacy, math, language development skills, and social emotional learning. Planning and Preparation Assist the Lead Teacher in your classroom with implementation of comprehensive lesson plans provided by IPS’ Academic team and anticipate student responses and potential challenges, and plan targeted questions and exemplar work samples to facilitate comprehensive and effective instruction. Assist in daily instruction and behavior interventions for specific students on caseload Provide one-on-one or small group support during classroom activities and implement behavior management strategies to address individual student needs. Students may have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or disabilities. Collect data on interventions to help teachers continuously improve instruction and behavior plans for the students you support Maintain detailed records of interventions and their outcomes and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement. Provide behavioral, social-emotional, and academic intervention for students in alignment with student support plans (IEP, Behavior Intervention Plan, Tier 2 Supports, etc.) Follow individualized plans to address behavioral challenges and promote positive social interactions and support academic skill development through targeted interventions and differentiated instruction. Monitor and track progress and work with the team to adjust interventions as needed to meet student goals. Supervise assigned students as necessary and ensure student safety Maintain a safe and supportive environment for students during instructional and non-instructional periods and implement safety protocols and procedures in accordance with school guidelines. Provide supervision during transitions, lunchtime, and other activities to prevent accidents and conflicts. Support scholars with activities of daily living as needed (including things such as toileting, transitioning between classes, and safe play during recess, etc.) Assist students with personal care tasks, such as toileting and hygiene, as outlined in their support plans and facilitate smooth transitions between classes and activities to minimize disruptions. Promote safe and inclusive play during recess by monitoring interactions and intervening as necessary. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) with occasional heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds). The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Work is primarily inside but has daily responsibilities outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather). Required Qualifications Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or; Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; or Have received a qualifying score on the Education Testing Service (ETS) paraeducator assessment completed an apprenticeship program, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council Preferred Qualifications Any experience working with youth ages 4-14 Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students License/Certification Must have or obtain a Crisis Prevention Institute training certification Must have or be eligible to obtain a food handler certification Non negotiables Must have or be eligible to obtain an academic transcript Offer is contingent upon passing a fingerprint and background check Complete safeschools trainings What We Offer Free mental health support + more through our employee assistance program. Growth pathways for increased levels of leadership. Equal Employment Opportunity Impact Public Schools is committed to providing a work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. Click here to review Impact’s Employee Non-discrimination Policy for Impact Schools (viewable document update in real time) Non-Discrimination Statements Impact Public Schools 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. Click here to review Impact’s designated leaders responsible to handle all questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at each of Impact’s schools (viewable document update in real time) Every Impact team member is known, valued, and respected. We actively strive to build connections among teachers, leaders, and Home Office staff. One of our core values is “Everyone Grows.” This isn’t just a value for scholars - it applies to adults as well! Impact teachers receive regular 1:1 coaching from an instructional expert and collaborate weekly with grade-level team colleagues. Impact also supports Teaching Fellows in applying to and paying for a teacher certification program! Joining Impact means joining a diverse team that authentically believes in each and every child and their ability to thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr