Para HES 2627.40

Job Goal To assist in providing appropriate educational experiences for students needing additional support. This position will focus on providing both academic and socialemotional support for a student or group of students at HES through effectively providing small group or 11 instruction by implementing early learning strategies. This position will also be responsible for implementing classro om behavior management plans . Time 745am -300pm Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent and A.A. B.A. or B.S. degree or 72 college quarter hours or 48 semester credits are required or pass the ETS ParaPro Assessment at applicants expense. Training andor experience working with primary age children. Train ing experience andor certification as a Registered Behavior Technic ian or willingness to complete the online course Training andor experience working with stu dents with various disabilities andor physically aggressive behaviors. School related experi ence working with students in academic areas. Demonstrated knowledge andor training in child development and learning principles preferred. Able to position students in appropriate equipment see Performance Responsibilities. Demonstrated proficiency in the basic communication skills. Demonstrated ability to accurately perform clerical tasks. Computer skills. Ability to follow directions. Ability to lift a student using a 1 2 or 3 person lift approximately 50 lbs. Ability to position students in approp riate equipment. Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with students teachers parents specialists and administrators. Ability to operate school office and instructional equipment. Ability to work independently. Medical Lake School District 326 Medical Lake Washington CLASSIFIED POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Para educator 6.5 Hours per Day Hallett Elementary Posting Dat e August 10 2026 Closing Date UNTIL FILLED Internal Applicants 1st 5 days of opening only Posting 2627.40 Superintendent _ Date __ DirAdmin _ Date __ Personnel _ Date __ New Employee ____ Start Date _____ Replacing AB Ability to safely wo rk with students who may need sanitation help or bodily fluid needs. Ability to be physically responsive. Performance Responsibilities Help meet students needs by working alongside the classroom teacher Assist with screening and assessment of students. Assist with data collection of IEP goals Implement IEP goals and objectives prescribed behavior plans by providing largesmall group and individual instruction in general education and or special education. Provide direct support t o small groups of students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of co -teaching models and strategies as directed by the classroom teacher . Provide direct 11 student supported as needed. Maintain flexibility to m eet the changing needs of students. Provide input to the teacher on individual needs of students. Prepare for parentteacher conferences as required. Display appropriate role model for students and be able to interact in a positive manner with children. Exercises and exhibits good communication skills with co -workers administration and others. Locate and prepare materials as needed for instructional purposes. Monitor the use of any equipment provided by OTPTSLP and or school psychologist. Complete cle rical duties that relate to the program. Participate in school activities that involve the students e.g. special events luncheons school -wide programs etc. as directed by immediate supervisor. Attend building staff meetings. Handle discipline and disr uptive problems within the group. High expectations for all students Attention to closing achievement gaps Prepare adaptive materials for individual student needs. Be able to assist student during therapy andor classroom activities and all other school re lated settings. This will involve being able to lift squat move quickly sit on the floor in different positions etc. Willing to learn alternative communication techniques needed such as signing communication boards electronic communication systems etc. Must be flexible and willing to work with students of all abilities. Perform other duties as directed by the supervisors Supervisors Building Principal TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT This position is a part of the PSE bargaining unit and salary will be based on VOE. Hourly wage ranges from DOE and certificate levels Para No Certificate 18.11 -20.39 SpEd or ELL OSPI Certificate 18.60 -20.94 wages depending on the final PSE negotiation for 2627 School Year APPLICATION PROCEDURE Current Employees Please submit a letter of interest Other Applicants Please submit your via ww.mlsd.org and the applicant tracker complete application and upload Cover Letter Resume and 3 Letters of Recommendation. Questions regarding applications can be directed to Christy Nauta Human Resources Director cnautamlsd.org or 509 -565-3128 The Medical Lake School District No. 326 complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and will provide equal emp loyment opportunity and treatment for all applicants and staff in recruitment hiring retention assignment transfer promotion and training. Such equal employment will be provided without discriminatio n with respect to race creed religion color national ori gin age honorably -discharged veteran or military status sex sexual orientation including gender expression or identity marital status the p resence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance andor grievance procedures may be directed to the school districts Title IXRCW 28A.640 compliance officer andor Sec tion 504 ADA coordinatorDr Kimberly Headrick Superintendent P.O. Box 128 Medical Lake WA 99022 509 565-3100. Page 3 0f 3