Paraeducator-Special Education IAC

Job Number:2018-4601
Paraeducator-Special Education IAC
Des Moines Elementary
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JOB TITLE: PARAEDUCATOR/SPECIAL EDUCATION - INTENSIVE ACADEMIC CENTER (IAC)

GROUP: Teamsters III LEVEL: 13

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

WORK DAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: 180 HOLIDAYS: 11 or 12 dependent on school start date

SUMMARY: The job of paraeducator, Special Education IAC (Intensive Academic Center), provides support to the certificated teacher and other staff members with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of students with intensive academic and social skill needs. This person assists in improving students' academic, social and personal care skills, implements plans for instruction, monitors student behavior across school settings and attends team meetings.

CONTEXT AND MISSION: Highline Public Schools serves approximately 19,000 students in the communities of Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac, Boulevard Park and White Center in Washington State. Starting in the fall of 2012, the Highline community came together to develop a four-year strategic plan outlining the community's bold goals and big dreams for its children. The plan's promise is that every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength, and need, and graduates prepared for college, career, and citizenship. The collective commitment embodied in the plan is grounded in the community's deep belief that Highline students are capable of reaching the plan's ambitious goals and is driven by students' aspirations for their future. The instructional vision articulated in the plan is organized around Four Pillars that guide professional and organizational practices: * Equitable access to rigorous, standards-based instruction. High-quality instruction for all students. * Results-focused professional learning and collaboration. Investing in our people so they continuously fine-tune their craft and grow in their profession. * Strong partnerships with families and community. Schools can't do it alone. We are better when students, families, community and educators work hand-in-hand. * A culturally responsive organization. Our diversity is a strength and an asset. We are committed to equity, excellent service for all, and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Adapts and administer classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing individual student objectives. Maintains the confidentiality of students, their program and disability information for the purpose of protecting students' rights. * Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g., first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, CPI, professional development time, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions. * Communicates with students using defined team-prescribed vocabulary for the purpose of reinforcing appropriate social skills language, behavior and skills generalization. * Communicates with supervising instructional staff and professional support personnel for the purpose of assisting certificated staff in evaluating progress and/or communication skills.

JOB DESCRIPTION: PARAEDUCATOR/SPECIAL EDUCATION - INTENSIVE ACADEMIC CENTER (IAC) * Implements social skills instruction, behavior plans and aversive intervention plans, designed by the IEP team and supervised by the assigned teacher for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of improving academics, adaptive, social and/or communication skills. * Assists with maintenance and production of instructional materials under the supervision of assigned teacher for the purpose of ensuring availability of materials. * Records student data as prescribed by the assigned teacher for the purpose of tracking student progress on IEP goals, objectives, behavior plans or aversive intervention plans. * Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. restrooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, general education settings, and community, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment. * Assists with instruction under the supervision of the assigned teacher to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g. academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, use of assistive technology and adaptive equipment, etc.) for the purpose of implementing IEP plans and maximizing access to their least restrictive learning environment. * Assists students with physical needs (e.g. lifting from a wheelchair, transporting, toileting, catheterization, diaper changing, feeding/tube feeding, dressing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that students' most basic needs are met while and school. * Assists with implementation with behavior plans and social skills curriculum for the purpose of improving academic skills, social acceptance and person care. Other Functions * Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and supporting student learning objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: AA degree or High school diploma (or equivalent) and 72 college credits or High school diploma (or equivalent) and successful completion of an approved paraeducator assessment test



PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:: One year of experience with Special Education students

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Criminal background clearance Paraeducator competencies 1-6, and 7-11 & 13, 12 & 14 within 90 days of hire First Aid and CPR Certification within 90 days of hire and maintain certification Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification within 90 days of hire; annual renewal of certification is required

KNOWLEDGE OF: Principles and practices of Para Education Principles and practices of Special Education Principles and practices of student safe behavior Positive behavior interventions Assigned subject areas such as reading, English, and math Developmental and physical disabilities Highline Public Schools 00P13SEIAC Paraeducator/Spec Ed IAC Lv13 Page 2 of 4

JOB DESCRIPTION: PARAEDUCATOR/SPECIAL EDUCATION - INTENSIVE ACADEMIC CENTER (IAC) Modern office equipment Microcomputers and related software School board policies and procedures

ABILITY TO: Assist in the instruction of special education Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Attend to detail and follow tasks through to completion Organize work, problem solve, select action plans Maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups in a multicultural and diverse community Remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations Operate a variety of modern office equipment including microcomputers and related software Attend to the physical and hygiene needs of special education students Provide instructional assistance Monitor student behavior Accurately maintain records and prepare reports Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Principal or designee

EVALUATION: This position will be evaluated by the Principal or designee based on performance of duties and responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will constantly bend neck and back, use hands for repetitive grasping and pushing/pulling. The employee is frequently required to stand/walk, squat, kneel, use hands for fine manipulation, and push/pull. The employee will occasionally be required to sit, climb stairs/ladder, lift and reach overhead, crawl, knee stand, and lift/carry. The employee must constantly lift/carry up to 10 pounds and must frequently lift /carry up to 20 pounds. The employee will occasionally lift/carry a maximum of 50 lbs. The employee is occasionally required to push/pull a maximum weight of 10 pounds. Anything over the weight limits should be done as a two-person lift or with a mechanical lift. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is required to properly wear any personal protection equipment supplied by the District. Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include, and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee. Highline Public Schools 00P13SEIAC Paraeducator/Spec Ed IAC Lv13 Page 3 of 4

JOB DESCRIPTION: PARAEDUCATOR/SPECIAL EDUCATION - INTENSIVE ACADEMIC CENTER (IAC)

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY Updated to add EEOC statement, 2017.03.07 Updated Superintendent's statement, 2014.10.14 Updated "Ability To" section by Human Resources, 2014.04.11 Revised education requirement language per suggestion of union business representative and agreement of district, 2014.02.03 Transferred to newest format by Human Resources, 2013.12.26 Revised by Human Resources to add district introduction, 2013.09.24 Updated by Human Resources to remove WorkSteps post hire, pre-employment test requirement, 2013.09.13 Updated by Human Resources, 2013, 09 Updated by Human Resources with input from Special Services, 2013/05 Updated by Human Resources, 7.12 Revised by Human Resources, 12/2010 Nash & Company, Para Educator - Special Education, 09/2004 Revised by Human Resources, changed from Special Education Paraprofessional to Special Education Para-Educator, 12/1995 Revised by E.A. Walsh and Company, 06/1991 Job Description prepared by E.A. Walsh and Company, 04/1989 Highline Public Schools, District #401, complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment in education programs or hiring practices on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. Any person having inquiries should contact: Age Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Affirmative Action, Civil Rights Act (employees), and Title IX: Chief Talent Officer, 206.631.3121, titleixofficer@highlineschools.org; Civil Rights Act: Executive Director of Student Support and Family Engagement, 206.631.3100, 206.631.3100, civilrightscoordinator@highlineschools.org; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act- Director of Health and Social Services, 206.631.3011, 504coordinator@highlineschools.org Highline Public Schools 00P13SEIAC Paraeducator/Spec Ed IAC Lv13 Page 4 of 4