SK School District is hiring : 1 : 1 PARAEDUCATOR – SOCIAL COMMUNICATION (SC) in Po

Overview

1 : 1 PARAEDUCATOR – SOCIAL COMMUNICATION (SC)

Reports To : Building Principal

Bargaining Unit : PSE

Department : Office of Special Services

Salary Schedule : Schedule A-Sup / Inst.

Employment Type : Classified

Salary Range : IV

FLSA Status : Hourly

Adoption Date : 7 / 25 / 19

Hours per Day : 6.25

Revised Date : 8 / 30 / 24

Days per Year : 181 (+11 Holidays) = 192

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

Responsibilities and expectations

South Kitsap Employees Will :

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families, staff and community members.
• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions :

Other Functions

Job Requirements : Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : instructional procedures and practices; age-appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development / behavior; de-escalation strategies.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and / or events; gather and / or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include : working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and / or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands : occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and / or crawling and some fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, 40% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and / or illness.

Education and Certification

Education (Preferred) : Paraeducator Certificate Program

Education (Minimum) : Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent (for more detailed information on what is considered equivalent).

In addition, a paraeducator must meet one of the following :

Required Testing – Job-Related Skills Proficiency Test

Certificates and Licenses

Clearances

Other Requirements

Benefits and Application

Health Benefits Information : Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits. For more information about benefits, you may review the individual collective bargaining agreements and SEBB 2025 School Employee Enrollment Guide which are located on our website SK Staff Resources or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at (360) 874-7028 or payrollstaff@skschools.org.

Application Procedure : Complete the online application at www.skschools.org and apply to the position(s) to which you are qualified within your online application. Submitting and completing your online application and applying to open positions ensures immediate availability of your data to our hiring administrators. Principals and Hiring Administrators consider only those applicants with complete and current applications. Positions close at 4 : 00 p.m. on the final day of posting. Your online application and required District Testing (if applicable-see job posting when applying) must be submitted by the closing date for an applicant to be considered for a position. If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 874-7074 or skjobs@skschools.org.

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation – including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

The Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Gender Inclusivity Officer with the responsibility for monitoring, auditing, and ensuring compliance with this policy are :

Will Sarett, Executive Director of Human Resources, 2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366, 360-874-7071, sarett@skschools.org

Cristin Blaskowitz, Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services, 2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366, 360-443-3627, blaskowitz@skschools.org

Monica Zuber, Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer, Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership, 2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366, 360-874-7003, zuber@skschools.org

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at (360) 874-7050.

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status. The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons—students, community, and staff. Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.

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