Paraeducator

Who You Are

You are deeply dedicated to ensuring all students thrive in the classroom. You believe that some students benefit from additional support and you are excited to be that boost of help. You may be an experienced paraeducator looking for your next role. You might be an aspiring teacher who is looking for more experience in an elementary setting. Either way, you are committed to Impact’s mission of closing the opportunity gap and helping all students succeed.

Why This Opportunity

• Support our full inclusion special education model, ensuring that all students are succeeding in the general education setting.

• Work on a team of mission and values aligned educators who truly believe in the potential of all students.

• Work directly with an experienced and results oriented special education teacher.

Essential Functions of an IPS Paraeducator

• Assist in daily instruction and behavior interventions for specific students on caseload

• Collect data on interventions to help teachers continuously improve instructional and behavioral plans for assigned student

• Provide behavioral, social emotional, and academic intervention for students in alignment with student support plans (IEP, Behavior intervention Plan, Tier 2 Supports, etc.)

• Supervise assigned students as necessary and ensure student safety

• Support scholars with activities of daily living as needed (including things such as toileting, transitioning between classes, and safe play during recess, etc.)

Skills and Characteristics:

• Enthusiasm for elementary education and special education

• Outstanding organizational skills

• Ability to connect with a diverse student population

• Strong belief in the IPS mission and educational model, including a desire to learn how to integrate elements of project based learning, personalization and social emotional learning into instruction

• Values the importance of working in a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment

• Exhibits a growth mindset 

• Positive and effective collaborator

Additional Requirements

• Prior to the start date of employment all employees need to obtain clearance on a criminal justice fingerprint and background check. 

• Prior to being made an offer, the hiring manager will ask candidates to complete a character and fitness form from the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.

• An offer is contingent upon verification that the person is authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Educational Background/Work Experience and Eligibility:

In addition to holding at least a high school diploma, applicants should meet one of the following requirements for employment as a paraprofessional:

• Have received a qualifying score on the Education Testing Service (ETS) paraeducator assessment

• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college

• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university

• Have completed an apprenticeship program, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council

Compensation:

IPS offers a full benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. Compensation is $23-$24/hours based on number of hours worked. 

Commitment to Diversity:

IPS seeks individuals of all ethnic and racial backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization and recruiting a team that reflects the diversity of our student movement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity and respect in the workplace are fundamental principles at Impact Public Schools (IPS). IPS prohibits and does not tolerate harassment, intimidation, bullying, discriminatory, or retaliatory behavior. All aspects of your employment are based upon your personal capabilities and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion/creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, disability, age, military status, marital status, partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected class as established by federal, state, or local law. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Kristen McCaw, COO, 3438 S. 148th St., Tukwila , WA 98186, (206)712-7640.

Non-Discrimination Statement