Starting Wage - $20.45/hr
Hours per Day - As per work schedule
Days per Year - 191
*Shift -M T Th F 8:30 - 4:30 8:30 - 1:30 W

If offered a position, copies of your high school diploma or equivalent and official transcripts or results of the Parapro Exam will be required prior to start date.

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION
A. Class Title: B. Classification Level:
Preschool Paraeducator E-1

C. Reports to: D. Working Title:
Building Administrator ECEAP Teaching Assistant
Head Start Teaching Assistant
Head Start Kitchen Assistant

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT
Under general supervision of the building administrator, provides assistance to the certificated preschool teacher and/or classified preschool instructor in the development and implementation of daily educational programs for preschool age children, in accordance with program standards. Enhances parent's role as the principle influence on the child's education and development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Participates in planning for the early childhood or preschool educational program.
2. Implements the daily classroom program as assigned, including music, meals, group
projects, free-time and supervision of students.
3. Prepares and organizes the physical classroom space and classroom materials in
accordance with the planned educational program.
4. Interacts positively with all children to support their individual learning and emotional
needs.
5. Prepares and serves snacks and meals to the children; eats with the children.
6. Assists with recordkeeping on individual children and families as directed; completes
written observations and participates in development and implementation of
individualized student plans.
7. Maintains knowledge and skills in early childhood education through participation in
training activities and/or college level courses.
8. Administers standardized screening tools as directed.
9. Participates in interdisciplinary planning for children and families, including staffings
and other cross-component coordination efforts.
10. Attends at least one parent meeting per year. Encourage and supports families in
working toward the goals they set for themselves.
11. May assume the responsibilities of the classified preschool instructor in his/her
absence.
12. Act as bus monitor (Head Start program). Assist with loading and unloading
children and their personal items; assist driver with supervison of bus riders,
ensuring safe and appropriate behavior; assist driver in emergency situations;
follow and demonstrate bus rules and regulations; ability to safely perform bus
evacuation procedures; assist driver with maintaining attendance records, as
requested; and lead developmentally appropriate activities on the bus.
13. Performs other duties as assigned

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience
1. High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
2. Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate or degree, or CDA credential. (Note: This requirement does not apply to the Head Start Kitchen Assistant.)
3. One (1) year of previous successful preschool, kindergarten, or related experience working with low income families; AND
4. Associate's Degree: OR two (2) years of study (72 quarter hours) at an accredited college or university, OR passing score on state or local academic assessment. This requirement is mandated by ESEA No Child Left Behind Act of 2002.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for three to five year old children.
2. Ability to communicate effectively and relate positively to students, parents, staff and volunteers in a diverse environment.
3. Ability to adjust to varied situations, demands, and new instructional concepts.
4. Ability to proficiently keyboard, utilize word processing and spreadsheet software; navigate the internet; and operate email applications.
5. Ability to operate general office equipment such as photocopier, fax, personal computer, telephone, etc.
6. Ability to attend occasional evening meetings and visit parents in their homes.
7. Ability to supervise students on regularly scheduled field trips.

Certification and Licenses
1. Fingerprinting and background check.
2. Proof of physical exam and TB testing. For positive test results a statement from a doctor or a chest x-ray must be provided.
3. Pierce County Food and Beverage Handler's Permit within ninety (90) days of hire.
4. CPR/First Aid card.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
1. Post high school classes in early childhood education.
2. Low income and current or past preschool program parent.
3. Access to personal vehicle and proof of insurance.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a regular elementary school building. Ability to bend, stretch, twist, walk, reach requiring ordinary physical effort; lift 40 lb. and push/pull 60 lb.; listen more closely than normal daily life; use fingers, hand and limbs with ordinary skill and speed are all required. Exposure to dust, fumes, bleach and disinfectants, traffic, infectious diseases/sickness, human waste, occasional extreme noise levels and occasionally high risk, emotionally disturbed or dangerous individuals when making home visits.

FLSA: Non-Exempt AFFILIATION: ESPCP
JOB CLASS: Paraeducator WORK YEAR: 191 Day (Headstart & ECEAP)
257 Day (Headstart only)
*Shifts are subject to change

Equal Opportunity Employer
Clover Park School District 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. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr., SW, Lakewood, WA 98499-1341: Title IX Coordinator, Kevin Ikeda, Assistant Superintendent: (253) 583-5165, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Brian Laubach, Deputy Superintendent: (253) 583-5050, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Lori McStay, Executive Director for Human Resources: (253) 583-5087