POSITION #323-CLS-09/17:  

Special Education Para-Educator

Special Education

6.0 hours per day/191 days per year

Salary:  $13.73 - $16.06 per hour

DESCRIPTION:  Assist the Special Education Instructor in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social and intellectual development of students. Provide educational services to students in the special education program. This position may require one-on-one or resource room.  Other related duties as assigned. *Building location subject to change based on student support needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Minimum AA degree or equivalent (72 college credits) or passed PRAXIS test required. Ability to make good decisions. Patient, flexible, self-motivated, good communication, teamwork, academic skills and positive social skills and a sense of humor. Ability to relate well to students, parents and staff.  May require lifting, prolonged sitting or standing.  Attendance and punctuality are important functions of this position. 

SCHEDULE:  OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

UNION AFFILIATION:  This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:  The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.

Disclosure Statement and Record Check:  Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI.  Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.

The Wenatchee School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all staff and for students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities. Inquiries may be directed to RCW Officer/ADA Coordinator and Executive Director of Human Resources, Lisa Turner. Issues related to 504 and Title IX should be directed to Mark Helm, Executive Director of Student Services.

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