ROVING PARAEDUCATOR SUBSTITUTE

LOCATION:  Harmony Elementary School

REPORTS TO: Classroom Instructor/Building Principal

DEPARTMENT: Elementary/Secondary

 

Substitute hourly position that transfers to an instructional paraeducator position upon successful completion of paraeducator assessment within 90-day probationary period. If assessment requirement not met within 90 days, position will transfer for regular On-Call Classified Subsitute position at regular substitute rate. 

 

Hours / Work Times 

 

6.33 Hours Per Day (7:40 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. includes 30 minute unpaid lunch)

4.33 Hours on Early-Release Days (7:40 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. includes 30 minutes unpaid time)

6.17 Hours on Designated Full Wednesdays (7:40 a.m. – 2:20 p.m. includes 30 minute unpaid lunch)

 

190 Days Per Year (180 student days / 10 holidays)

 

Up to 3 positions available.

 

This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected.  The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 11/06/24.

 

Position Duration: Permanent

 

Classification Group: Paraeducator Class II (Pay Rate $21.50 During 90-day Probationary Period)

**Click this link to find the salary schedule associated with this position PSE Large Group Salary Schedule

 

Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information click EPS Benefits Information.
• Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.

Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

 

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position PSE Large Group CBA.

 

We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation  including fingerprints Click here for Fingerprinting Services.

 

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

                                   

STANCE STATEMENT:

Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local, national and global community.

 

SUMMARY STATEMENT:

Under the supervision of the classroom instructor and building principal, the roving paraeducator substitute will assist in the supervision of student behavior, activities and student safety by working closely with students on an individual as well as a small group basis.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist the classroom instructor and building principal in supervising and working with students as follows:

• Communicate effectively with students, staff and parents.
• Assist in providing one-to-one and group support to students.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a learning environment as specified by course goals and curriculum outcomes.
• Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests.
• Assist in organizing and preparing materials as directed by the classroom instructor.
• Assist with reinforcing behavioral expectations and management.
• Maintain accurate data on student progress.
• Assist students with technology.
• Implement behavioral management strategies using techniques demonstrated by the classroom instructor.
• Assist with meeting the needs of students with regard to their personal health and safety (may include toileting, feeding, lift/position students).
• Attend various trainings.
• Travel to various schools as directed.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:

Vision (66-100%)	Speaking (66-100%)	Hearing (66-100%)
Standing (33-66%)	Sitting (33-66%)	Walking (33-66%)
Writing (Up to 33%)	Bending (33-66%)	Stooping (33-66%)
Acceptable Attendance	Reaching (33-66%)	Squatting (33-66%)
Lifting  (33-66%) Up to 50 lbs. individually More than 50 lbs. with assistance		At risk for exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens and other potentially infectious materials

 

MENTAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:

Reading documents (66-100%)	Constant Interruptions (66-100%)	Verbal Communication (66-100%)
Confidentiality (66-100%)	Written Communication (Up to 33%)	Multiple Concurrent Tasks (66-100%)
Percentages of requirements of physical and mental tasks are only an estimate.  Reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability will be considered in order for them to perform the essential functions of the job.
(66-100%) = Continuously	(33-66%) = Frequently	(Up to 33%) = Occasionally

 

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY:

Computer/laptop, copy machines, telephone, and all other tools and equipment necessary to perform the essential functions as listed above.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Must successfully complete paraeducator assessment within 90 days.
3. Basic typing/keyboarding.
4. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with and supervise students.
6. Must possess personal characteristics of flexibility, initiative, and cooperativeness and confidentiality.
7. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
8. Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn computer skills.
9. Demonstrated ability to operate the office equipment as listed above.
10. Demonstrated ability to perform under conditions of constant interruption.
11. Must possess physical strength and ability to deal with potentially aggressive behavior of students.
12. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

Testing requirements for transferring to an instructional paraeducator position, applicant must:

• Be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent;
• Within 90 days, successful completion of one of the following paraeducator assessments:
  • Education Testing Service (ETS) Paraeducator Test – Meet or exceed a score of 455
  • Person Paraprofessional Assessment – Meet or exceed a score of 220
  • The Master Teacher Inc. Program – Meet or exceed a score of 65%

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:

1. Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
2. Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
3. Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.
4. Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
5. Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
6. The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.

Notice of Nondiscrimination:

Evergreen Public Schools 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 or 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:

Title IX Coordinator Cale Piland 13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Drive P.O. Box 8910 Vancouver, WA 98684-8910 Telephone: (360) 604-4431

Section 504/ADA Coordinator Cate Winters 13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Drive P.O. Box 8910 Vancouver, WA 98684-8910 Telephone: (360) 604-6711

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Tracy Thompson 13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Drive P.O. Box 8910 Vancouver, WA 98684-8910 Telephone: (360) 604-4010