SPECIAL EDUCATION PARA - GATEWAY

Posting : AP7757 Location : Puyallup High School Position : Special Education Para - Gateway Rate : PESPA Level 3 Hours : 6.4 hours per day (Includes 30-minute unpaid break) Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8:01AM to 2:55PM Calendar : 191-Day Notes : Flexibility to ride the bus. May work primarily with one student. GATEWAY = provides access and experiences for students ages 19-21 that will assist in establishing access to adult services, volunteer services, community access, and life skills 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 65% or higher on The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program (not administered by PSD). 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: 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 here. #J-18808-Ljbffr Puyallup School District