Para SPED 11-

Hours per Day - 6.75

Days per Year - 191

• Shift - 8 : 15am-3 : 30pm

A complete application will include :

• copy of your high school diploma or recognized equivalent
• unofficial college / university transcripts or results of the ParaproExam.

CLASS SPECIFICATION

I. IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

Title : Level :

Special Education Paraeducator E-2

to : Title :

Building Administrator One on One

One on Two

One on Three

One on Four

OF ASSIGNMENT

Job incumbents work under general direction of the building administrator and under specific direction of the special education teacher. The primary purpose of this job is to assistthe assigned student(s) with unique needs in the acquisition ofthe special education program goals and objectivesthat cannot otherwise be met through individualaccommodation that alone would be sufficientto meet the students individual need(s). Provide instruction as assigned behavior management preparation of student(s) materials and primary care of students such as lifting toileting washing appropriatemedical intervention and feeding. Assignment may beat the elementary or secondary level.

FUNCTIONS

Depending upon the needs of the student(s) as stated on the IEP and the direction given by the special education teacher any or all of thefollowing essential functions may be applicable to the job assignment.

students with hygiene including suctioning and personal needs such as

lifting toileting washing and feeding including G-tube. Prepares and gives

intervention and medication under the direction of a knowledgeable professional.

student(s) with transport and / or accompany student(s) in transition activities.

with management of high-risk students that are severely emotionally

disturbed and / or dangerous.

with preparation for and implementation of behavior management techniques

educational and vocational instruction and vocational placement programs.

with IEPpreparation at the direction of the classroom teacher. Monitors

timelines for due process with re-evaluations and IEPs under the guidance of the

special education teacher.

instructs students incidentally in large or small groups while being primarily

responsible for student(s) as assigned by and under the direction of the special

education teacher.

or assists special education teacher with administration of assessment

instruments.

materials for use by student teacher and parents; types hand draws

reproduces and collates.

class during special education teachers absence. Supervises students

during lunch recess on and off the bus assembly and to other building locations.

personal computer for data entry and to produce correspondence and reports;

operates typewriter copier FAX other office machines and assistive technology

devices which the student(s) must use.

the direction of the special education teacher maintains students records

and files such as FTE count month end reports schedules attendance records

credits earned and required classes and credits for graduation. May monitor three

(3) year evaluations for state compliance.

assist with profile development for education and vocation planning.

other duties as assigned.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may besupplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

and Experience

school diploma or its recognized equivalent (GED) and; two years of study at an

institution of higher education (72 quarter hours); or an associates degree

(or higher); or a passing score (455) on a state or local assessment.

(2) years of successful work experience with special education students and / or

equivalent training or certification in the specific area of need for the student(s).

of the Fourteen (14) Special Education Core Competencies or obtain

within the first 90 days from date of hire.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

of the following :

a)Classroom / behavior management techniques

b)Special Education terminology

c)Lifting toileting and feeding techniques

d)Restraint techniques

e)Verbal de-escalation

to work independently and to independently learn operations procedures.

processes and uses of equipment.

to exercise sound judgment including the handling of confidential matters.

to lift up to 50 pounds and knowledge of proper lifting techniques.

to communicated and interact clearly concisely courteous and respectfully

with students parents guardians volunteers teachers and other staff in a diverse

environment.

to adjust to new and different working conditions.

require personal vehicle and proof of automobile insurance and Type II Drivers

License. May require the ability to get a pass for entry to the military base(s).

to learn and implement medical intervention techniques under the

direction of a knowledgeable professional.

and Licenses

and Background check.

State Drivers License may be required.

II Drivers License may be required.

Aid and CPR Card.

are required to complete the district provided Fundamental Course of Study (FCS) as outlined by the Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB). Positions excluded from this requirement are as follows : Health RoomPara Bus Para In School Suspension Para Library Para Preschool Para.

QUALIFICATIONS

credit with major in education psychology counseling social work or appropriate medical field.

VI. WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performedin regular school building located throughout the District. Ability to sit or stand for prolonged period of time; use of fingers hands and arms; operate a motor vehicle and tolerance of loud noises physically demanding situations and possible verbal abuse are all is performed in regular school buildings located throughout the district. Ability to sit or stand for prolonged period of time; use of fingers hands and arms; operate a motor vehicle and tolerance of loud noises and physically demanding situations are all required. The employee must lift and / or move 25 to 50 pounds and may assist students with greater weight when required to intervene in student safety issues or when transporting. While performing the duties of this job the employee may occasionally work in outside weather conditions and be exposed to wet and / or humid conditions temperature fluctuations fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals commonly used in instruction and / or cleaning. It may be expected that the individual could be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials during the course of their duties. The employee may be exposed to infectious disease as carried by students.

FLSA : Non-Exempt AFFILIATION : ESPCP

JOB CLASS : Paraeducator WORK YEAR : 191

• Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.
• Shifts are subject to change

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE : All associated background check fees are the employees responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical dental vision long term disability and basic life insurance benefits. Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link information on available benefit options.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan. For eligibility information check on the link to theDepartment of Retirement Systems website.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Click on the linkhttps : / / information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race ethnicity creed religion color national origin immigration or citizenship status age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression gender identity homelessness the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability neurodivergence the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability or marital status. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address questions and complaints of alleged discrimination to the following individuals at Clover Park School District 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW Lakewood Washington 98499-1341 : Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director of Compliance and Student Services ;Section 504 / ADA Coordinator Jennifer Herbold Executive Director of Special Education . Title IX inquiries may also be directed to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR) Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures and how to report a concern or complaint is available at OSPI required language per RCW 28A.300.286 is available at

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1