South Kitsap School District Port Orchard , WA 98367
Posted 2 weeks ago
Reports To:
Marine Science Camp Coordinator
Bargaining Unit:
PSE
Department:
CTE
Salary Schedule
Schedule A Range II
Employment Type:
Classified
Salary Range:
$23.29
FLSA Status:
Hourly
Adopted Date:
May 2022
Hours per Day:
6 to 7 hours per day
Days per Year:
5 Days- 6.5 hours per each camp day
2 Days- 7 hours per day for training
1 day- 7 hours of planning
See hours detailed in Summary section
Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.
South Kitsap Employees Will:
Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.
Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, families, staff and community members.
Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.
Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.
Comments: This is an in-district posting for current South Kitsap School District employees ONLY. These para positions will also accompany the students on a field trip during the week on day TBD.
Summer Programs Voluntary Transfer Request
Summary:
The Marine Science Summer Camp Paraeducator will support the 2024 Marine Science Summer Camp, scheduled from July 15th to July 19th, 2024. The approximate daily schedule for camp Paraeducators is from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm, with students present in the building from 9:15 am to 2:15 pm.
The Paraeducator will assist students, teachers, and other certificated staff in implementing instructional goals, developing students' learning, physical, social, communication, and/or behavior skills, as well as bringing STEM concepts to life and fostering student curiosity in Marine Science. This position will support the Marine Science Summer Camp which will be offered at three middle schools (Cedar Heights, John Sedgwick, & Marcus Whitman) throughout the week, Monday to Friday. Paraeducators are expected to participate in the professional development, training, and preparation for the Marine Science Summer Camp scheduled for July 10th through 12th, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.
The selected candidate will work a minimum of 53.5 hours to meet the needs of this program and will be compensated at their hourly rate. The tentative required commitment of hours is outlined as follows:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Works under both direct and indirect supervision using standardized routines;
Leads, guides, and/or coordinates others;
Participates in the Marine Science Summer Program orientation and training;
Supervises students in the school setting for the purpose of maintaining and providing a safe and positive learning environment.
Provides clerical and general classroom assistance for staff (e.g. collecting and inputting data, attendance, correspondence, copying, filing, preparing and organizing classroom materials) for the purpose of documenting student progress and providing general support for classroom activities related to learning goals and objectives.
Assist with lunch and snack breaks;
Participates as a team member with responsibility and safety for the education of a group of students throughout the summer program;
Oversees hands-on activities;
Provides positive assistance and guidance to a diverse population;
Works cooperatively with staff in an atmosphere of cooperation and collegiality;
Attends and supervises a field trip during the summer session;
Performs other duties as assigned.
Competencies:
Teamwork
Planning/Organizing
Computer Skills
Customer Service
Mathematical Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Oral and Written Communication
Professionalism
Quality
Safety and Security
Attendance/Punctuality
Dependability
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
The environmental factors described here are representative of those that may be present in the workplace while the employee performs the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 30% walking, and 50% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and a generally hazard free environment.
Education and Experience:
High School graduate or equivalent;
Completion of at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 quarter credits at 100 Course Level and above); OR completion of an Associate's (or higher) degree; OR have passed the State of Washington Para Pro Assessment;
Job-related experience is desired.
Clearances:
Certificates:
First Aid/CPR Certification required;
Valid Washington State Driver's License required (must be able to fulfill all traveling requirements of this position, including possessing and maintaining a valid license, clean driving record, and automobile insurance).
Application Process: Submit a district voluntary transfer request form to Sadie Hoettel, Employment Services Specialist, in the Human Resources Department by 4:00 pm on posting close date.
Please email hoettel@skschools.org to request the voluntary transfer form.
Complete the online application at www.skschools.org and apply to the position(s) to which you are qualified within your online application.
Submitting and completing your online application and applying to open positions ensures immediate availability of your data to our hiring administrators.
PRINCIPALS AND HIRING ADMINISTRATORS CONSIDER ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS WITH COMPLETE AND CURRENT APPLICATIONS.
Positions close at 4:00 p.m. on the final day of posting. Your online application must be submitted by the closing date for an applicant to be considered for a position.
If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 874-7074 or skjobs@skschools.org
The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation - including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.
The Title IX Officer and Section 504 Coordinator with the responsibility for monitoring, auditing and ensuring compliance with this policy are:
Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:
Will Sarett
Executive Director of Human Resources
2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7071
sarett@skschools.org
Section 504 Coordinator:
Kimberly House
2689 Hoover Ave SE
Port Orchard, WA 98366
house@skschools.org
Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:
Dr. Tom Edwards,
Assistant Superintendent for Student Achievement
2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7003
edwards@skschools.org
South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at (360) 874-7050.
All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.
The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community and staff.
Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.
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