Preferred Experience:

• One year of job-related experience working with children in an educational settin

WE APPRECIATE YOUR INTEREST IN EMPLOYMENT WITH WOODLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS. ALL APPLICATIONS ARE CONSIDERED AND REVIEWED. THE MOST QUALIFIED AND COMPETITIVE APPLICANT(S) THAT POSSESS DIRECTLY RELATED EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE, TRAINING, AND EDUCATION MAY BE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INTERVIEW/SELECTION PROCESS. AS PART OF THE SELECTION PROCESS, THE DISTRICT CONDUCTS CONFIDENTIAL REFERENCE CHECKS TO INCLUDE FORMER AND PRESENT EMPLOYERS AND ALSO REQUIRES A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION. UNFORTUNATELY, DUE TO THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEW.ALL DISTRICT EMPLOYEES ARE ENCOURAGED TO REVIEW THEIR PERSONNEL FILE PERIODICALLY TO ENSURE THAT THEIR FILE INCLUDES CURRENT AND RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION THAT SUPPORTS THEIR EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, ETC., AS IT RELATES TO QUALIFICATIONS DESCRIBED ON JOB POSTINGS.POSITION TITLE: LEARNING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LAP) PARAEDUCATOR - ONE YEAR LEAVE REPLACEMENTPOSTING #:3602LOCATION: COLUMBIA ELEMENTARYDAYS/HRS: M-F, 6.5 HOURS, 191 DAYS PER YEAR (INCLUDING 11 HOLIDAYS)START DATE: 8/26/25 THROUGH THE END OF 2025 - 2026 SCHOOL YEARPAY SCHEDULE: LINK TO 2024 - 2025 SCHEDULE, 2025 - 2026 TBDBENEFITS: POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, LIFE, AD&D AND LTD THROUGH THE SCHOOL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS BOARD (SEBB) AND RETIREMENT THROUGH THE WA STATE DEPARTMENT OF RETIREMENT SYSTEMS (DRS).JOB SUMMARY: THE LAP PARAEDUCATOR CARRIES OUT REMEDIATION ACTIVITIES FOR STUDENTS IN THE LEARNING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LAP) UNDER THE DIRECTION OF A CERTIFICATED TEACHER. THEY PROVIDE ONE-ON-ONE OR SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTION; ASSIST WITH CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT; PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN A COMPUTER LABORATORY; PROVIDE SUPPORT IN A LIBRARY OR MEDIA CENTER; OR PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES TO STUDENTS UNDER THE DIRECT SUPERVISION OF A TEACHER. THE WORK ASSISTS TOWARD THE ACCOMPLISHMENT OF THE MISSION OF THE WOODLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF PREPARING STUDENTS FOR CAREER, LIFE, AND COLLEGE SO THAT THEY CAN BECOME A RESPONSIBLE AND SUCCESSFUL CITIZEN. WORK IS PERFORMED UNDER THE DIRECTION OF THE PRINCIPAL.QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Required to have completed one of the following requirement: Either (1) documentation to support an Associate’s Degree or transcripts to verify the comparable equivalence (i.e. 72 college quarter credits or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college or business school), or (2) ETS ParaPro Assessment with a passing score of 455 (this can be taken at ESD 112 or at Lower Columbia College), (3) The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program: 65% or (4) Completed a Paraeducator 2 Apprenticeship Program.
• Required to complete 14 hours of the Fundamental Course of Study (FCS) within the first year of employment. (This 28-hour course is required for all paraeducators within their first and second year of employment. The FCS covers topics such as cultural identity, instructional support, technology, and behavior management. Paraeducators are paid for FCS classes that take place outside of their normal work hours.)
• Ability to work and communicate well with staff members
• Experience that demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and skills in working effectively in a team environment, providing support to achieve the desired goal(s) for the classroom and/or program area
• Possess excellent problem-solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to think quickly
• Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds
• Ability to learn and use a computer monitor, keyboard, and appropriate adaptive technologies
• Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from the classroom teacher(s)
• Ability to be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules
• Ability to move, physically restrain a student as needed
• Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building and grounds
• Ability to observe the behavior of students, both visually and by listening, and to communicate those observations with other appropriate service providers
• Para-Educator Core Competencies required by the State of Washington, preferred-need to complete this within the first year after being hired if not previously completed
• Regular and punctual attendance

Preferred Experience:

• One year of job-related experience working with children in an educational setting

Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work Habits
• Performs duties efficiently
• Utilizes time appropriately
• Maintains an organized and safe work area
• Ensures confidentiality of information
• Adheres to regulations
• Produces quality work
• Completes work on schedule
• Shows initiative
• Demonstrates flexibility
• Uses safety equipment when appropriate
• Adapts and incorporates program and policy changes
• Interpersonal Skills
• Shows respect for others
• Shows sensitivity to the needs of others
• Displays effective listening skills
• Communicates problems and concerns effectively and courteously
• Dependability
• Works independently of close supervision
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record
• Arrives on time and ready to work
• Attitude
• Demonstrates a positive feeling for work
• Accepts difficult assignments
• Accepts supervision and direction
• Acts professionally on the job site
• Technical Skills
• Maintains and operates equipment
• Performs assigned cleaning tasks
• Follows appropriate safety guidelines
• Maintains accurate reports/records
• Demonstrates overall knowledge of job requirements
• Other
• Wears proper clothing and footwear
• Presents an appropriate appearance
• Participates in and takes advantage of educational opportunities
• Provides emergency assistance when needed
• Assists the appropriate certificated staff member(s) in developing specific goals for each student
• Assists the teacher in planning and evaluating overall learning goals and individual students’ progress
• Completes required state and local trainings
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, and record-keeping, and maintain accurate data on student records. Grade/correct papers and homework
• Assists with the loading and unloading of students on buses
• Assists administrators in maintaining appropriate discipline on campus and in school buildings
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor