Job Summary:

Under the direction and supervision of the building principal, Director of Special Programs, or designee, the paraeducator will assist in instruction, teach, motivate, inspire, and assess students with special needs. This paraeducator will promote a high quality education program that reflects the Washington State Standards. This position is 7 hours per day, Monday through Friday. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist the special education teacher in the implementation, organization and preparation of the classroom program and materials. 
• Provide instruction to students with special needs as assigned and supervised by the special education teacher.
• Assist the special education teacher with record keeping tasks as directed. 
• Assist the special education teacher in maintaining the safety and well-being of the students. 
• Work daily with students in accordance with scheduled times. 
• Facilitate and complete learning experiences designated by the teacher. 
• Record progress of students on daily task sheets. 
• Complete forms, record information accurately, and perform other secretarial tasks that are needed for the program.  Teach using various methodologies, including lectures, demonstrations, and discussions. 
• Teach effective communication skills. 
• Meet course and school wide student performance goals. 
• Create positive educational climate for students to learn. 
• Provide social and academic guidance for students under direction of the special education teacher. 
• Respond appropriately to aggressive and physical behaviors. Ability to utilize soft restraint and de-escalation techniques.
• Maintain physical capability of lifting a student (must be able to lift 50 pounds). Heavier lifting will utilize a two person lift or assistive devices.
• Maintain and promote own personal professional growth through appropriate coursework, workshops, reading of professional materials, etc.
• Assist student(s) with behavior management by consistently following the plan developed by the staff including but not limited to redirecting, teaching replacement behavior and providing reinforcement.
• Refer concerns for safety, health, and discipline to the supervising teacher or principal.
• Monitor student activities on the playground and lunchroom.
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school district rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Requires the use of multiple communication systems, such as electronic mail and computers.
• The employee shall maintain a consistent presence at the assigned work site(s) and work the regular work hours specified by the contract.
• Professionally interact with colleagues, members of the public, and students.
• Comply with all District policies and all applicable laws.

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 federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  This holds true for all district activities, programs, and employment opportunities. 

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX/RCW28A.640/RCW28A.642 Officer, as well as, Compliance Coordinator for State Laws RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality and RCW 28A.642 Discrimination Prohibited Officer, Brittney Richter, brichter@omaksd.org, P.O. Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 (509) 826-8386, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Sarah Lewman, slewman@omaksd.org P.O. Box 833, 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.