What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Assistant - Cowlitz County position at EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DIST 112?
General ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the School Programs Director/Principal, the Educational Assistant provides instructional support to students in a classroom setting.Salary:The full range for this position is $29,336.82-$35,234.98. Offers are made at the entry level of the range.Assignment:This position will work 35 hours per week and have a school year schedule. This is for the 2023-2024 school year.Essential Functions/Other FunctionsEssential Functions:
- Provide academic assistance to enrolled students.
- Supervise groups and work independently with students as directed by the teacher.
- Establish behavior management strategies to create and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Participate in staff meetings, inservice programs, workshops and seminars.
- Communicate with students, parents, staff and community partners.
- Facilitate student skill building in the areas of personal and social development.
- Maintain accurate data of student enrollment and SPED record management.
- Other duties as assigned.
At least 18 years of age.
Preferred Qualifications:- High school diploma or GED.
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Must meet one of the following educational requirements:
- Associate's Degree OR
- 48 sem./72 quarter credits from an accredited college or university; OR
- Passing score of 455 on the ParaPro Assessment; OR
- Passing score of 220 on the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment; OR
- 65% on The Master Teacher, Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.
- Bachelors degree.
- Experience with at-risk youth.
- Experience with computer-based instruction.
- Experience in mental health, juvenile justice or alternative education.
- Classroom setting.
- Regular attendance during scheduled work hours.
- Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.
Salary : $29,337 - $35,235