Special Education Paraeducator

Special Education ParaeducatorReporting directly to the Special Education Teacher, the Special Education Paraeducator is responsible for supporting and assisting students with disabilities in various school settings. The Special Education Paraeducator, consistent with the individual education plan (IEP) or individual family service plan (IFSP) assists the Special Education Teacher with lesson plan preparation; one-on-one and small group instruction; classroom management; student observation and assessment; and communication with parents and staff.Salary: The full salary range for this position is $21.82 - $26.99 per hour. Offers are made at the beginning of the range. Assignment/Location: We are recruiting for a Special Education Paraeducator to serve Whitson Elementary school in the White Salmon School District. This position is 32.5 hours per week, school year schedule.Regular attendance required: This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive, productive learning environment.A complete application will include:Complete work history section, including ANY and ALL employment going back 10 yearsAt least three professional references and contact informationA cover letter expressing interest in the positionA resume that reflects work experience listed on applicationA copy of your HS diploma or GEDEvidence of meeting one of the educational requirements listed in the minimum qualificationsEssential Functions/Other FunctionsEssential Functions:Assist the Special Education Teacher, consistent with IEP or IFSP goals, in lesson plan preparation; one-on-one & small group instruction; classroom management; student observation & assessment; communication with parents and staff, in a variety of school settings.Supervise students.Collect data and report student progress.Maintain accurate data collection records.Communicate with staff and parents as instructed by the Special Education Teacher.Provide positive behavior management support, consistent with the IEP or IFSP.Attend to the physical needs of students, including moving and positioning students & assisting with personal hygiene needs.Participate in staff meetings, inservice programs, workshops and seminars.Participate as a member of the education team. May attend parent conferences.Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.Other Functions:Other duties as assigned.Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & SkillsMinimum Qualifications:High school diploma or GED.Must meet one of the following educational requirements:Associate's Degree (note: if offered a position, official transcripts are required prior to start date) OR48 sem./72 quarter credits from an accredited college or university (note: if offered a position, official transcripts are required prior to start date); ORPassing score of 455 on the ParaPro Assessment; ORPassing score of 220 on the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment; OR65% on The Master Teacher, Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.Preferred Qualifications:Experience in a special education classroom setting.Knowledge of programs and services for students with disabilities.Notice of Non-DiscriminationESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io IX Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at View phone number on click.appcast.io.BenefitsWe provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families. Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more! Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment. For details please visit: for a summary of the Benefits of Employment.