Substitute Paraeducator

Qualifications

• Proof of High School completion. Copy of diploma or transcripts must be on file at the start of employment. College transcripts that specifically state completion of high school will be accepted in lieu of high school diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to have effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public and ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound, independent judgment, including appropriate handling of confidential matters.
• Must be able to demonstrate flexibility in working with students and staff members in a variety of classroom settings and locations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public and ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
• Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision and follow a provided lesson plan.
• Ability to manage students' physical needs, including the ability to walk, climb stairs, sit, squat, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and lift.
• Ability to communicate effectively using verbal and written expression in English. Comply with all Board policies and procedures.
• Background check through Washington State Patrol, as required by RCW 43.43.830. Fees apply.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Availability to work all hours of a student day starting as early as 7:00 am until 4:30 pm on any day of the school week.
• Flexible and willing to adjust schedules on short notice.
• Ability to operate a computer and other assistive technology.
• Experience working with students with special needs/high needs, including students with behavior disorders.
• Candidates must have the ability or willingness to provide medical or health services such as diapering, toileting, feeding, tube-feeding, and assisting students with other activities involving self-care should the need arise.
• Ability to lift and transfer students in and out of wheelchairs, if needed.
• Physically strong enough to assist with restraint, lifting, and transferring students to a safe place.
• Must not be insulted or offended by students swearing and using inappropriate language.