Special Program Para 2, ISEP 1:1 18552-2026

Overview Special Program Paraeducator 2, Integrated Social Emotional Program (ISEP) 6.5 hours per day, 9 months per year. This is a one-on-one position. Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt. Qualifications Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED AND One of the following: official transcripts verifying an Associate’s Degree (90 quarter, 60 semester) OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college or business school; OR ETS ParaPro Assessment result of 461 or higher One year of related experience working with children in an educational setting preferred Successful experience as part of an educational team preferred Experience which demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment, providing support to achieve classroom and/or program goals Excellent problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills; ability to think quickly Experience working with children with moderate to severe disabilities preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to communicate effectively with and respect individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds Ability to manage evasive and aggressive behavior of students Ability to attend mandatory training on weekends and successfully pass the district CPI, de-escalation/physical restraint training Ability to learn and use computer monitors, keyboards, and appropriate adaptive technologies Ability to implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from teachers Ability to maintain confidentiality Flexibility with assigned tasks and schedules Ability to develop relationships and supportive roles with children who have mental or physical disabilities Other Requirements Ability to lift, move, and physically restrain a child of the size required by the job Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building and grounds Ability to observe student behavior, collect data, and communicate observations with other service providers Regular attendance to meet program requirements Essential Functions Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect Serve as a positive role model and demonstrate expected classroom behaviors Work in a flexible and cooperative manner as a team member to assist the teacher in implementing and evaluating goals for individual student IEPs Participate in team meetings to provide observational input or obtain needed information Manage behavior and assist students during class activities in small groups or individually; provide instructional assistance as directed by certificated staff; assist with materials preparation and data collection De-escalate students during emotional/behavioral crises and follow behavior management plans as appropriate Assist with data entry, record keeping, and filing Grade/correct papers and homework using a rubric or key Observe students in various settings and intervene to ensure safety Attend training meetings to broaden expertise in working with students with special needs Perform other tasks as assigned by the administrator in alignment with the job classification Benefits/Compensation Salary range: New employees start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. Prior relevant experience from other districts may qualify for salary placement. Salary schedules are available here. Benefits: Eligible employees working at least 630 hours may receive health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information here. Retirement: Eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) based on FTE. Details here. Time Off: Paid holidays and paid time off (sick, vacation, personal, bereavement). Additional negotiated leave options as per CPA. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vancouver Public Schools