What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraeducator Special Education position at Yakima School District #7?
- The Yakima School District is seeking compassionate and dedicated Special Education Paraeducators!*
- This role involves working closely with staff to provide instructional, behavioral, and physical support to students in various educational settings.
Minimum Qualifications
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- High School diploma or GED
- Experience working with students of various ages
- Able to work independently with minimum supervision
- Functions and Responsibilities:
- Assist the teacher with instruction and activities within the classroom
- Supervise students on or about the school premises as assigned by the principal or designee
- Work as a member of a team of teachers and paraeducators
- Assist in maintaining records and process paperwork as needed
- Actively participate in staff development activities as requested
- Implement instructional and/or behavioral strategies developed by the teacher
- Communicate with parents
- Able to lift 50 pounds
- Assist in lifting over 50 pounds
- May be required to toilet, diaper, feed, and lift (physical positioning)
- Other duties as assigned by the principal
- Monday-Friday
- Day Shift
- Pay $23.34-$33.59 per hour
- Individuals with an AA degree are eligible for a $75 monthly stipend upon submission of official transcripts.
- Individuals with a Bachelor Degree or higher are eligible for a $100 monthly stipend upon submission of official transcripts.
- Upon hiring, may qualify for reimbursement of fingerprinting expense.
- Qualifies for benefits under the Yakima Association of Paraeducators (YAP). All benefits are subject to the Association's Collective Bargaining Agreement for full-time employees.
- Please visit the Yakima School District website for a detailed job description and list of benefits.
Contact the Yakima School District - HR Department if you need assistance (509) 573-7062.
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Salary : $23 - $34
