PARAEDUCATOR - CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY (#22-23 CL23)

6.5 hours per day

180 Days

On-going

All candidates who wish to be considered for this position must have High school diploma or equivalent, AND successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) ParaPro Assessment, OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (official transcript is required), OR an Associate’s (or higher) degree (official transcript is required.) and submit the online employment application. Current school district employees are required to complete the internal online application process.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the daily management, organization, monitoring, and safety of students; supervises recess and lunch periods, field trips, locker rooms, study and detention rooms, and student arrival/departure.
• Collects and prepares instructional and non-instructional materials as directed; assembles worksheets, lessons, art supplies, and other materials; creates and posts bulletin boards; corrects worksheets, quizzes, and assignments.
• Assists in maintain(ing) and updates student records, class lists, attendance and other data.
• Performs equipment and supply inventories; prepares orders, materials as necessary.
• Answers telephones, takes messages, processes and distributes forms, correspondence, worksheets, tests, and schedules by using office machines such as a typewriter, computer, photocopier, and other standard office equipment.
• Maintains files and records.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent, AND successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) ParaPro Assessment, OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (official transcript is required), OR an Associate’s (or higher) degree (official transcript is required.)
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking preferred.
• Post high school training in child development and related training desired.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling and English usage.
• General knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment, and ability to operate standard office equipment such as word processor and photocopier.  Keyboarding skills at 45 words per minute for some positions.
• Ability to learn and willingness to use computer equipment and various software programs.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and be flexible to meet deadlines.
• Physical ability to perform required duties which may include lifting and positioning students in and out of a vehicle, wheelchair, therapy equipment, etc.
• Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions, policies and procedures.  Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to handle students with behavioral and physical handicapping conditions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the general public.
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to write simple correspondence.

LICENSES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

May be required to complete training in First Aid and CPR if required by the District.

FBI and Washington State Patrol background clearance required.

Type II driver’s license may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Aberdeen School District complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.  Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to Christi Sayres, Title IX Officer

(360) 538-2003 csayres@asd5.org and Dr. Richard K. Bates, Section 504/ADA Coordinator (360) 538-2018 rbates@asd5.org. Aberdeen School District No. 5, 216 North G Street, Aberdeen, Washington 98520