Paraeducator II - Elem Structured Learning Center (SLC) for Academics, 6.5 hrs/day (.8125 FTE), Part-Time, Perm

Openings as of 7 / 1 / 2024

Paraeducator II - Elem Structured Learning Center (SLC) for Academics, 6.5 hrs / day (.8125 FTE), Part-Time, Perm JobID : 10539

Position Type :

Classified- Instructional / Paraeducator

Date Posted :

7 / 1 / 2024

Location :

Ardenwald Elementary

Date Available :

08 / 27 / 2024

Closing Date :

7 / 12 / 2024 or until filled

Paraeducator II - Elementary School Structured Learning Center (SLC) for Academics, 6.5 hrs / day (.8125 FTE), Part Time, Permanent

• Background and experience working with children with social and emotional difficulties strongly preferred*
• This position is a 1 : 1 paraeducator position that includes the need to ride the bus with the student, which will be compensated outside of the 6.5 school hours.*

The North Clackamas School District strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students.

We foster equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background.

We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically, and racially diverse communities.

POSITION SUMMARY :

The incumbent performs a variety of instructional, training, and / or support duties to assist Special Education teachers in instruction, supervision, and education of students with severe physical and mental special needs that generally require placement in self-contained classrooms.

The incumbent may also be assigned in one-on-one teacher-to-student situations when the students have needs similar to those of Structured Learning Center classrooms (e.

g., physical disabilities requiring considerable support).

COMPENSATION :

Initial wage placement according to NCSD / OSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

CLASSIFIED WAGE SCHEDULE 2024-2025 JOB GROUP Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 D + 5.2% 21.94 23.03 24.

20 25.42 26.69 28.03 29.42 30.89

Retirement Plan Contributions :

North Clackamas School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees.

The district contributes the employer portion; there is also a mandatory employee portion. Upon eligibility, which is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position, the employee is required to contribute 6% as their employee portion, via payroll deduction.

Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.

SCHEDULE : TBD based on department needs

WORK CALENDAR : 180 days

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Incumbents must have successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.

• Successful completion of an Associate’s Degree, or two years of post-high school education. The education requirement may be substituted at the sole discretion of the District by successfully passing the written Educational Testing Service competency examination.
• Able to be certified or to become certified in first aid, CPR, and / or operation of defibrillators.
• Able to be trained in instructional and behavior intervention methodologies in such content areas as reading, writing, and mathematics, and in such areas as student restraint, safety, medication, and physical management and intervention systems.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a team member.
• Able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing tasks and priorities.
• Able to assist, console, and manage students who may be emotional, distraught, or frustrated.
• Able to remain calm, focused and in control when working with students, parents, guardians, and community members who may be upset.
• Able to follow written and verbal directions and take the initiative to seek clarity and take action when needed.
• Be or become knowledgeable and supportive of classroom management and student discipline procedures.
• Possess effective and accurate command of the English language.
• Able to organize work and set priorities for accomplishing work in a timely and effective manner.
• Able to protect the confidentiality of student information consistent with FERPA requirements and good judgment.
• Able to work collaboratively and effectively with staff, students, parents, volunteers, and community members.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Skill in the use of office and computer equipment and use of standard office software andstudent information system software.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor Degree in an appropriate and related field of study.
• Two years of experience that demonstrates the ability to work successfully with children in a learning environment.
• Bilingual and bicultural skills.
• Familiarity, or willingness and ability to be trained in areas of Down syndrome, Autism, multiple disabilities, mental health disorders, ADHD, etc.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

The following duties are intended to cover all or most Structured Learning Center / ATP settings. The specific duties that apply to any given position will vary.

Works collaboratively by assisting teachers and specialists in assessment, curriculum implementation, student interactions, student intervention, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing social and life skills growth of students.

Assistance is typically provided in special education Structured Learning Center (SLC), Transitional Learning Center (TLC), Adult Transition Program (ATP) classrooms or in regular education classrooms to students with similar one-on-one special needs.

• Provides complex toileting, feedding, mobility, and personal hygiene-related duties for students requiring such help.
• May independent living skills such as cooking, laundry, general personal hygiene and cleanliness.
• May take action, or assist in taking action, to de-escalate students who are at risk of harming themselves or others by following school / district-approved procedures.
• Provides instructional support and tutoring to students in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one situations.
• Implements behavior support and intervention plans as directed by a teacher. Documents behavior of students to assist teachers in assessing progress with education plans.

Maintain, or assist in maintaining, student weekly progress reports.

• Assist in implementing physical and occupational therapy plans by working with students to increase range of motion, mobility, and positioning.
• May escort students in one-on-one or small groups to and from recess and playground, to and from bus locations, and may be required to ride on the bus with student(s).
• Oversees student safety during activities such as recess and playground supervision, bus duty, crossing guard duty, hallway supervision, etc.

Take steps to intervene when students are not in control or maybe in dangerous or unsafe situations.

• When communicating with students, parents, community members, and other staff members exercises discretion and assures protection of student confidentiality consistent with the direction and guidance of staff, administrators, and school / district policies and procedures.
• Performs clerical duties such as preparing instructional materials, making copies, operating office equipment, answering telephones, and record keeping.

Performs other duties as assigned

Please refer to the job descriptions for detailed information.

Applicant agrees to assume cost and arrange for FINGERPRINT-BASED CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK upon offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace.

North Clackamas School District policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preferences as required by law.

The North Clackamas School District does not discriminate on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans’ status.

The following position has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination : Michelle Riddell, Title IX Coordinator, 12400 SE Freeman Way, Milwaukie, OR 97222, .

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