Instructional Paraeducator - Bilingual (6385)

Instructional Paraeducator

• Bilingual
  LOCATION: Cascadia Technical Academy (CTA)
  REPORTS TO: Cascadia Technical Academy Director
  DEPARTMENT: Cascadia Technical Academy
  Hours / Work Times

Bilingual

• Spanish Speaking Preferred

7 Hours Per Day (7:30 a.m.

• 3:00 p.m. includes 30 minute unpaid lunch)

190 Days Per Year (180 student days / 10 holidays)

This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 06/26/24.

Must meet Paraeducator Employment Requirements as follows*:
Be at least eighteen (18) years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent; AND
Must meet one or more of the following:
Have received a passing score of 455 or higher on the Education Testing Service ParaPro Assessment (ETS test/PRAXIS); or
Hold an Associate Degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; or
Have completed a Paraeducator Apprenticeship Program (program must be registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council).

• If you do not meet the required qualifications listed above, your name will be screened out from the list of qualified candidates.

Upon hire, new paraeducators will be required to complete state required training offered through Evergreen School District.

Position Duration: Permanent

Classification Group: Professional Technicians (PSE) Class IV
Click this link to find the salary schedule associated with this position PSE Large Group Salary Schedule https://sites.google.com/evergreenps.org/human-resources/home#h.p_A_K6DpIVNdiq

Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:
Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information click EPS Benefits Information https://sites.google.com/evergreenps.org/human-resources-benefits/benefits .
Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.
Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position PSE Large Group CBA https://sites.google.com/evergreenps.org/human-resources/home#h.p_A_K6DpIVNdiq .

We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. 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 including fingerprints Click here for Fingerprinting Services https://www.esd112.org/hr/fingerprinting/?target=fingerprinting-process .

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

External applicants must include official transcripts (upon hire) to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.

STANCE STATEMENT:
Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local, national and global community.

SUMMARY STATEMENT:
Under the supervision of the building Principal, the Bilingual Paraeducator will assist in the supervision of instructional activities, working closely with students on an individual and small group basis that are in need of specialty language support in their programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist the program instructor in supervising and working with students as follows:Communicate effectively with students.
Assist in providing one-to-one and group instruction to students so as to meet course
Assist in establishing and maintaining a learning environment as specified by course goals and curriculum
Assist in providing academic primary language support for students who have a specialty language.
Assist in evaluating and specifying direction of instruction so as to maximize each student's
Maintain accurate data on student
Assist in implementing behavioral management strategies using the same emphasis and techniques as set forth by the

Assist interpreters in conferencing with parents, students, classroom instructors, and school counselors.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform other related duties as

PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:
Vision (66-100%)
Hearing (66-100%)
Speaking (66-100%)

Standing (33-66%)
Walking (Up to 33%)
Travel (66-100%)

Writing (33-66%)
Bending (Up to 33%)
Stooping (Up to 33%)

Sitting (33-66%)
Acceptable Attendance

MENTAL DEMANDS REQUIRED:
Reading Documents (66-100%)
Confidentiality (66-100%)
Language (66-100%)

Verbal Communication (66-100%)
Written Communication (33-66%)
Multiple Concurrent Tasks (66-100%)

Constant Interruptions (66-100%)

Percentages of requirements of physical and mental tasks are only an estimate. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability will be considered in order for them to perform the essential functions of the job.

(66-100%) = Continuously
(33-66%) = Frequently
(Up to 33%) = Occasionally

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECESSARY:
Computer/laptop, typewriter, telephone, copy machines, and all other tools and equipment necessary to perform the essential functions as listed above.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(Test on specialty language basic skills required.)
Basic typing/keyboarding
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents in specialty language.
Previous experience working with students in career and technical education
Must possess personal characteristics of flexibility, initiative, cooperativeness, and
Ability or willingness to learn the
Demonstrated ability to use the various office equipment as outlined in the tools and equipment area
Previous experience working with individuals from other cultures
Bilingual skills
Must have a good command of the English
Must be able to demonstrate competencies in reading, writing, and
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in preferred language as evidenced by an oral and written evaluation in the preferred
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:
Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.
Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.

Notice of Nondiscrimination:
Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX Coordinator
Cale Piland
Director of Athletics/Activities
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver, WA 98668-8910
Telephone: (360) 604-4430
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Cate Winters
Health Services Manager
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver, WA 98668-8910
Telephone: (360) 604-6711
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Tracy Thompson
Senior Director Human Resources
13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Dr.
P.O. Box 8910
Vancouver, WA 98668-8910
Telephone: (360) 604-4014