Paraeducator, Classroom

Employment Information

Bainbridge Island School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bainbridge Island School District does not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in any programs or activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to:

Title IX Officer: Kristen Haizlip / 504 Section Coordinator:

Maria Kuffel and Annalisa Sanchez

8489 Madison Ave. N.E.

Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

206-842-4714

Note: Prior to the start of employment, all new employees are required to have their fingerprints taken with results from the Washington State Patrol and FBI uploaded to OSPI. Human Resources will direct you to the closet facility to have this done. The fee for fingerprinting is paid for by the applicant.

Conditions of Employment

• Are you a citizen of the United States or will you have a visa which permits you to work in the United States at the time of employment?
• I authorize the Bainbridge Island School District to make any investigation of my personal, educational, vocational, or employment history. I further authorize any former employer, firm, corporation, educational or vocational institution, and/or government agency to provide the Bainbridge Island School District with information they have regarding me. I hereby release and discharge the Bainbridge Island School District and those who provide information and any and all liability as a result of furnishing, receiving or using this information.
• I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. In the event of employment, I understand that if I provide false or misleading information, including omissions in my application or interview(s), I will be subject to dismissal at any time during my period of employment with the Bainbridge Island School District. I will provide verification of my certification, education, and experience. I understand also that any offer of employment will be considered temporary and conditional pending a satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check and approval of the Bainbridge Island School District's Board of Directors. I also agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the Bainbridge Island School District.

General Questions

• I am...(select one)

• How did you find out about this position? (Check all that apply)

• BISD believes that in order for students to thrive, there must be positive relationships between families, students and teachers and staff. Please provide specific examples of how you holistically integrate racial justice and social justice issue strategies in teaching/your work. How have you developed and maintained effective relationships with students so that you understand and are able to address each students' name, strength and need?

• What training/coursework/classroom/life experiences have you had for addressing systematic, institutional racism and advancing social justice for marginalized communities?

• Are you presently under contract? - If yes, with whom? What is your present position (Title)?

• Are you a former employee of our District? If yes, list dates and positions:

• Have you ever been on a plan of improvement or placed on probation?

• Have you ever been placed on administrative leave pending investigation of allegations of misconduct?

• Have you ever been the subject of a complaint to the Superintendent of Public Instruction or any other disciplinary board or licensing body?

• Have you ever resigned or otherwise separated from any employment (inclusive of regular or extracurricular positions) in order to avoid discharge or non-renewal?

• Have you ever been discharged or non-renewed from any employment (inclusive of regular or extracurricular positions)?

• Have you ever been disciplined for misconduct by a past or present employer?

• If you answered YES to questions 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,or 8, provide an explanation of the circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date, and outcome.

• Are you presently charged with, but not convicted of, a crime? (Exclude civil infractions, such as minor traffic citations.) If yes, provide an explanation of the nature of the charge, place, date, and court. A pending criminal charge will not necessarily bar you from District employment.

• Have you ever been convicted of a crime? (The term "convicted" means all adverse dispositions, including a finding of guilty, a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, an Alford plea, a stipulation to the facts, a deferred or suspended sentence, or a deferred prosecution. Exclude civil infractions, such as minor traffic citations.) If yes, provide an explanation of the nature of the crime, place, date, and court. A conviction record will not necessarily bar you from District employment.

• LIST ANY OF THE FOLLOWING FOR WHICH YOU HAVE BEEN CONVICTED, INCLUDING ANY OF THESE CRIMES AS THEY MAY HAVE BEEN RENAMED: (See above for definition of "convicted"). Custodial Assault. First, Second, or Third Degree Assault of a Child. First, Second, or Third Degree Assault. Simple Assault. First or Second Degree Custodial Interference. Incest. First, Second, or Third Degree Rape of a Child. Child Abandonment. Child Abuse or Neglect as Defined in RCW 26.44.020. Violation of Child Abuse. Restraining Order. Child Buying or Selling. First or Second Degree Kidnapping. First, Second, or Third Degree Child Molestation. First or Second Degree Sexual Misconduct with Minor(s). Patronizing a Juvenile Prostitute. Selling or Distributing Erotic Material to Minor(s). Sexual Exploitation of Minor(s). Communication with a Minor for Immoral Purposes. First Degree Arson. First Degree Burglary. Aggravated Murder. First or Second Degree Murder. First or Second Degree Extortion. Endangerment With a Controlled Substance. First or Second Degree Manslaughter. First, Second, or Third Degree Rape. First or Second Degree Robbery. Indecent Liberties Felony Indecent Exposure Vehicular Homicide Unlawful Imprisonment Malicious Harassment Criminal Abandonment First or Second Degree Criminal Mistreatment. Promoting Pornography First Degree Promoting Prostitution. Prostitution. First or Second Degree Custodial Sexual Misconduct.

• I HAVE NOT BEEN CONVICTED OF ANY OF THE ABOVE, INCLUDING ANY OF THESE CRIMES AS THEY MAY HAVE BEEN RENAMED.

• Have you ever been (a) found by a court in a protection proceeding under Chapter 74.34 to have abused or financially exploited a vulnerable adult or (b) convicted of any of the following crimes where the victim was a vulnerable adult: (Vulnerable adult means adults of any age who lack the functional, mental, or physical ability to care for themselves.) * First, second, or third degree extortion

• First second or third degree theft

• First or second degree robbery

• Forgery

• Any of the foregoing crimes as they may have been renamed IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving the manufacture, delivery, or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance? IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Have you ever been found in any dependency action under RCW 13.34.040 to have sexually assaulted or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor? IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Have you ever been found by a court in a domestic relations proceeding under Title 26 RCW to have sexually abused or exploited any minor, or to have physically abused any minor? IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Have you ever been found in any disciplinary board final decision to have sexually or physically abused any minor or developmentally disabled person, or to have abused or financially exploited any vulnerable adult? "Disciplinary board final decision" means (a) any final decision by the director of the Department of Licensing for real estate brokers and salespersons and (b) any final decision by a disciplinary authority under Chapter 18.130 RCW or the secretary of the Department of Health for the following businesses or professions: chiropractic, dentistry, dental hygiene, naturopathy, massage, midwifery, osteopathic medicine and surgery, physical therapy, physicians, practical nursing, registered nursing, and psychology. IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Are you presently charged with, but not convicted of, any of the crimes or offenses described in the questions above?

Position Description

PARAEDUCATOR

• CLASSROOM

Sakai Intermediate School

Continueing

HOURS PER DAY:

Monday: 4.5

Tuesday-Friday: 6

5.7 average hours per day.

CONTEXT AND MISSION: The Bainbridge Island School District serves approximately 3,500 students. In 2020, parents, students, community members, and staff at all levels of the district developed a district improvement plan that reflects our goals for each student.

As a community, we collectively commit to honoring and nurturing the unique skills, talents and passions of every student. We provide a welcoming and respectful environment where students flourish and forge a life-long love of learning through relevant, engaging learning experiences. We empower our students to find purpose and contribute to a more just and equitable world.

Our plan centers on three goals for students:

Teaching and Learning: All students will engage in learning experiences that empower them to become productive citizens of a diverse society who are committed to social and environmental justice.

Equity, Anti-Racism, Inclusion, Diversity & Justice: The Bainbridge Island School District will ensure our students feel honored, welcomed, respected, and connected. We are committed to embracing and honoring our island's diversity and creating a vibrant and inclusive community. We will engage our community in becoming an anti-racist organization ensuring equitable access to learning, opportunities, and resources for all students.

Health, Well-Being, & Safety: The Bainbridge Island School District will focus on and develop students' social and emotional skills to lead positive and emotional skills to lead positive and healthy lives with strong connections, feeling of belonging, and a sense of hope.

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the classroom teacher, work with students in a support role with emphasis on student management. Provide assistance to the school staff in implementing safe and acceptable playground behaviors by supervising students during lunch and recess breaks. Maintain established disciplinary and safety policies, referring serious infractions to the program staff. Within this general framework, specific assignments will vary.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work with small learning groups as directed.

• Work with students on one-on-one learning goals.

• Supervise students during transitions between activities.

• Communicate regularly with the regular classroom teacher.

• Work as part of a classroom team.

• Provide general classroom support to the teacher.

• Provide supervision for students during recreational time, including time in gym, classrooms or on the outside play areas, for the purpose of maintaining acceptable behavior, adhering to safety guidelines and school rules.

• Provide on-the-spot mediation for student-to-student conflicts.

• Monitor movement of students to and from school building, classrooms and/or playground.

• Circulate among students and resolve any minor problems that may occur.

• Ability to work effectively in a variety of settings and with a variety of people.

• Assist staff in upholding high academic and behavioral standards.

• Maintain confidentiality and display ethical behavior.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS - QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent.

• College or other in-service training preferred.

• Current First Aid training required.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND/OR ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and to be a learner.

• Demonstrated confidence in presenting material to students and in managing student behavior.

• Sensitive to the unique needs of students.

• Desire to work with challenging students.

• Ability to be patient, flexible, and consistent.

• Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff and parents.

• Ability to take direction, maintain confidentiality and have a sense of humor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Persons performing service in this position will exert 10 to 30 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

• This type of work involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, bending and occasional running.

• Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform essential functions of the job.

Please reference the BIESPA Negotiated Agreement for benefit details. Information can be found by visiting https://www.bisd303.org

Benefits

Most positions are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify benefits.

If you have specific questions, you may access the collective bargaining agreements on the district's web site or contact the Human Resources department at (206) 842.4714.

Attachments

Cover Letter

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Letter of Reference 1

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Letter of Reference 2

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Letter of Reference 3

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Resume

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Transcripts

• Unofficial

References

2016 Classified BISD %, Radio: 2 of 5 external references required.