Job Summary:

The job of Para Educator was established for the purpose/s of assisting (by assignment) the classroom teacher with maintaining classroom order; presenting direct instruction of supplied materials primarily in small groups; performing classroom clerical tasks; monitoring student behavior during non-classroom time, and providing supervision during recess and lunchroom, as needed.

This position is 7.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Assignment areas will be in various classrooms. Please apply through the online application in the employment section at www.omaksd.org.

Selection Procedure:

A successful applicant will posses the following characteristics: flexibility during the school day, good communication skills with students/staff, good basic academic knowledge, and be able to implement minor discipline decisions as allowed by the building principal. A committee will conduct screening and interviewing of applicants. A successful applicant will have at least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or hold an Associate's Degree; or meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing in reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematic readiness.

Essential Functions:

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Administers first aid as may be required for the purpose of providing for immediate care.
• Conducts, under the direction of the teacher, student testing (e.g. subject readiness, progress, etc.) for the purpose of assessing students’ placement and/or progress with assigned lessons.
• Implements (under the direction of the teacher) instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students' academic success through a defined course of study.
• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safety and welfare of students.
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, filing, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher and/or administrator in providing necessary records/materials.
• Provides verbal feedback and/or written documentation for the purpose of informing teacher/s and/or parents of students’ progress.
• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.

Knowledge and Skills:

SKILLS are required to perform single, non-technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.  Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: administering first aid.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions.  Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age appropriate activities.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods.  Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.   Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited.  Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with school age children; working as part of a team; and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget.  Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the Organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally the job requires 25% sitting, 40% walking, and 35% standing.  The job is performed in hazardous conditions and in a clean atmosphere.

Mandatory Conditions of Employment:

• Proof of High School diploma, or equivalent;
• Have one of the following:
• An AA Degree from an accredited academic college or university
• A minimum of 72 college quarter credits
• Have passed a district-recognized assessment of basic skills and instructional proficiency (currently the ETS test)
• Completion of 14 hours of Fundamental Course of Study training as provided and directed by the District (OSPI and PESB requirement).
• Successful clearance of the FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.
• Successful Washington State Sexual Misconduct clearance.
• Completion of federal I-9 form.

For information on salary and benefits offered, please visit: https://www.omaksd.org/departments/human-resource/benefits 

The following policies have been adopted and are reflected in our employment practices:

The Omak School District complies with all applicable federal and state rules and regulations and 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, gender 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. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance & Title IX Coordinator: Brittney Richter, brichter@omaksd.org, 619 W Bartlett Ave Omak, WA, 98841, (509) 826-8386; Section 504 Coordinator: Sarah Lewman, slewman@omaksd.org, 619 W Bartlett Ave Omak, WA, 98841, (509) 826-8342.

This organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office.

Omak School District is a drug and tobacco free workplace.

For more information on Omak School District’s Affirmative Action Plan, please visit the “District Information” section located under “our District” on the Omak School District website at www.omaksd.org.

This organization requires a successful applicant to provide employment eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.