Special Education Classroom Aide (Marysville)

7712 56th Dr NE, Marysville, WA 98270, USA
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Position Summary:
This position is responsible for providing assistance to students under the supervision of certificated staff in
Behavior Intervention Programs and other learning environments where behavior program-placed students are
integrated.
Minimum Qualifications:
ďˇ High School Diploma or equivalent
ďˇ Every Student Succeeds Act requirements (official college transcript with evidence of 72.0 college-level
quarter credit hours OR 48.0 college-level semester credit hours OR official college transcript with evidence of Associateâs or higher degree OR Official 4-Page Parapro Score Report with score of 455 or higher
ďˇ Completion of an additional 70 hours of professional development, within three years, to obtain the
General Paraeducator Certificate
ďˇ Ability to stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, kneel, and stand for long periods of time
ďˇ Position could require diapering, toileting, and feeding of special needs students
ďˇ Ability to assist in student de-escalation and physical intervention when needed
ďˇ Ability and willingness to work with students who bite, kick, hit, and can be verbally aggressive
ďˇ Ability to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds and assist with Emergency Response Protocols regarding
student restraint
ďˇ Course verification of basic behavioral knowledge regarding Applied Behavioral Analysis and Behavior
Intervention Plans (e.g. ESD 171 offerings, The Evergreen State College E-learning site, or other recognized
agency/institution approved by Special Education Department)
ďˇ Knowledge and course verification of student de-escalation and safe methods of physical intervention during
crises (e.g. CPI, Life Space Crisis Intervention, or other recognized agency/institution approved by Special
Education Department)
ďˇ 1st Aid & Adult/Child CPR training (completed within 30 days from date of hire and to be maintained for the
duration of this job)
ďˇ Right Response training to be maintained for the duration of this job (completed within 30 days from date of
hire and to be maintained for the duration of this job)
ďˇ Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity preferred
ďˇ Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance
ďˇ Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later)
ďˇ I-9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act
ďˇ Completion of all district-required training thirty (30) calendar days from hire date
Essential Job Functions:
This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon
individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:
ďˇ Assist Behavior Program students in one-to-one, small group, and integrated settings in all instructional areas
including academics, socialization, adaptive behavior, and behavioral growth.
ďˇ Assist students in dealing with conflict, expressing themselves in appropriate ways, and improving their
behavior with an emphasis on successful reintegration.
ďˇ Assist teachers in the preparation and delivery of materials specific to studentâs individual learning needs.
ďˇ Assist students with gross and fine motor strengthening programs and activities
ďˇ Assist students with any areas of speech/language affecting successful communication
ďˇ Assist student with making speech sounds; improving rhythm, fluency, and voice quality; and helping
correct oral motor problems and cognitive communication impairments
ďˇ Assist students with vision-related training
ďˇ Assist students with wheelchair mobility, dressing, and feeding
ďˇ Assist in recreational, playground, and/or physical education activities
ďˇ Coordinate activities and meet with teacher(s) on a regular basis
ďˇ Administer tests and evaluate student progress in topical areas and grade assignments and tests as directed
ďˇ Assist teacher(s) in the maintenance of student records and grades
ďˇ Supervise students and enforce assigned area rules
ďˇ Supervise and correct students as necessary to maintain a safe environment, with a focus on Positive
Behavioral Intervention and Supports
ďˇ Supervise and oversee student activities and safety in assigned areas
ďˇ May answer phones, maintain records, collect and distribute materials, inventory, and order and process
materials
ďˇ May escort students to and from locations
ďˇ Collect and maintain data logs regarding studentâs learning goals
ďˇ Use computers and related technologies as needed by the program goals
ďˇ Attend meeting or trainings as required, with emphasis on behavioral intervention and student de-escalation
ďˇ Maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours
ďˇ Professionally interact with students, staff, and public
ďˇ Comply with all district policies and procedures
ďˇ Perform related duties as assigned
ďˇ Ability to asset in the carrying out of Emergency Response Protocols, Behavior Intervention Plans, and during
safety incidents requiring reasonable force
Desired Skills:
ďˇ Ability to organize and oversee activities
ďˇ Ability to be fair, consistent, and respectful at all times when working with children
ďˇ Ability to be consistent, calm, and positive during all student interactions, which may include during times of
verbal and physical escalations
ďˇ Ability to deal with students in a warm and confident manner
ďˇ Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations
ďˇ Ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner
ďˇ Ability to follow written and oral instructions
ďˇ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of staff, students, and the public
in a multi-cultural environment
ďˇ Ability to use necessary equipment, machinery, and tools
ďˇ Knowledge of basic academic subject areas, such as spelling, writing, reading, and math
ďˇ Knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and procedures
ďˇ Basic knowledge of applied behavioral analysis, including how antecedents and consequences affect
student behavior
ďˇ Knowledge of learning and instructional styles appropriate to assigned grade levels and individual students
ďˇ Knowledge of child development concepts, developmentally appropriate curriculum and individualized
learning processes for children, indicators of child abuse and neglect, and factors affecting low-income
families
ďˇ Course verification of basic behavioral knowledge regarding Applied Behavioral Analysis and Behavior
Intervention Plans (e.g. ESD 171 offerings, The Evergreen State College E-learning site, or other recognized
agency/institution approved by Special Education Department)
ďˇ Knowledge and course verification of student de-escalation and safe methods of physical intervention during
crises (e.g. CPI, Life Space Crisis Intervention, or other recognized agency/institution approved by Special
Education Department)
ďˇ Skills in written and oral communications
ďˇ Skills in handling confidential matters
ďˇ Skills in operating a PC (personal computer) utilizing district adopted software
ďˇ Skills in learning and interpreting assignments, procedures, rules, and regulations
ďˇ Skills in encouraging and tutoring students
ďˇ Skills in communication in two languages (English, Spanish, etc.) if applicable
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is confined to a work area; required to have precise
control of fingers and hand movements; experiences constant interruptions and inflexible deadlines; and must
be able to stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, kneel, stand for periods of time, and lift in order to assist a student with
personal care/safety. In addition, this position emphasizes work with students who have been recommended by
a team to be serviced by a Behavior Intervention Program (BIP). These programs focus heavily on appropriate
behavioral responses to stress, positive socializations, and appropriate interactions with others students. This
includes behavioral intervention plans, behavior goals, behavioral modeling, exposure to verbal/physical
escalations, and the potential for serious verbal/physical incidents. The employee is required to deal with
distraught and/or angry persons and is exposed to infectious diseases carried by children. The noise level in the
work environment varies but can be loud during verbal escalations by students.
Evaluation:
The position is a district-wide position dependent on the needs of each Behavioral Intervention Program and shall
be evaluated periodically by the Building Principal/Executive Director of Special Education and/or assigns
pursuant to the currently established district procedures and evaluation criteria. The process shall include an
evaluation of the employeeâs performance of the above essential job functions.
$25-27/hour