Educational Assistant

General ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the School Programs Director, the Educational Assistant provides instructional support to students in a classroom setting.Salary:Full salary range will be $22.76 - $27.69 per hour. Offers are made at the beginning of the range. Assignment:This position will work 35 hours per week, 220 days a year.Regular attendance required: This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive, productive learning environment. 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.

Other Functions:

• Maintain accurate data of student enrollment and SPED record management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & SkillsMinimum Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma.
• Must meet one of the following educational requirements:
  • Associate's Degree (note: if offered a position, official transcripts are required prior to start date) OR
  • 48 sem./72 quarter credits from an accredited college or university (note: if offered a position, official transcripts are required prior to start date); 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree.
• Experience with at-risk youth.
• Experience with computer-based instruction.
• Experience in mental health, juvenile justice or alternative education.

Working Conditions/Employment RequirementsWorking Conditions:

• Classroom setting.
• Regular attendance during scheduled work hours.

Employment Requirements:

• Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.