Substitute Paraeducator

Substitute Pool for 26-27 School Year

GROUP: Substitute

SALARY: Substitute

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORK DAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: On Call

SUMMARY: Under the lead direction of the building principal, the Substitute Paraeducator will provide educational and clerical support services to one or more assigned certificated teachers and will work effectively with staff to provide the best possible learning environment for all students.

ABOUT CHIEF LESCHI SCHOOLS: Formerly known as the Puyallup Tribal School, Chief Leschi Schools was founded in 1976 to address the high dropout rate of the youth of the Puyallup tribe. It is the largest of seven tribal schools in the state of Washington and one of approximately 200+ tribal schools in the United States. It is also one of the largest tribal schools to be funded by the Bureau of Indian Education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Be available for on-call duty
• Maintain effective communication with classroom teacher and program administrator
• Maintain professional conduct when working with students, staff, and parents
• Provide tutorial services to students individually or in small groups as assigned by the classroom teacher
• Assist teacher(s) with planning of special activities, lesson preparation/ implementation and general classroom duties
• Assist teacher(s) with classroom management to include discipline
• Assist with the supervision of students during building activities such as assemblies and other special programs
• Assist with the collection and maintenance of student attendance and lunch information as needed
• Participate in building activities as they relate to the sub position
• Perform other related work as assigned

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed, while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Current or recent experience working with Native Americans or other similar diverse populations

Knowledge of or experience with:
AVID, Responsive Classroom, Trauma-Informed Practices, Restorative Practices, Project GLAD, Project Based Learning

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

Successful criminal background clearance

Successful and/or clear drug screening

Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

KNOWLEDGE OF:

School board policies and procedures

ABILITY TO:

Take initiative and work independently

Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

Maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups in a multicultural and diverse community

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of confidentiality and the ability to maintain it

Ability to work in a sequential manner using oral and written instructions

Work collaboratively with school and central office administrators, parents, and community members

Work with and relate to Native American children and serve as a positive role model

Demonstrate understanding of and experience with cultural competence

Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: School Principal or designee

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Workplace accommodations may be provided in accordance with CLS Tribal policy.

• Employees may be required to sit or stand for extended periods and perform tasks involving reaching, talking, hearing, bending, stooping, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and fine motor coordination.
• This position may require regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds, with appropriate assistance or equipment as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is primarily performed in an indoor educational environment with moderate noise levels. Employees may work in and/or proximity to classrooms, students, and standard office or instructional equipment. Conditions may vary based on program needs.

SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY NOTICE:

Chief Leschi Schools operates under the authority of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Employment is governed by Tribal law and policy and does not create a contract of employment. Nothing in this job description or related materials shall be construed as a waiver of CLS’s or the Tribe’s sovereign immunity.

INDIAN PREFERENCE & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

Chief Leschi Schools is an equal opportunity employer operating under the authority of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Employment decisions are made in accordance with Tribal law, including applicable Indian preference requirements. Chief Leschi Schools provides employment opportunities without unlawful discrimination as defined by Tribal policy and aligns with applicable federal requirements where expressly required under law or the State-Tribal Education Compact. Nothing in this statement shall be construed as a waiver of CLS’s or the Tribe’s sovereign immunity.