Job Description:
The paraprofessional will provide individual assistance to students afterschool in the Middle School After School Program.  Some children may have specific learning disabilities. 

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma/equivalent required.
2. Be deemed Highly Qualified per NCLB Requirements. To be highly qualified you must meet one of the following requirements:
   • AA degree
   • 72 approved quarter credits or
   • Passing score on Para Pro assessment (Para pro assessment can be taken upon application, but must be passed prior to being hired.)
3. Valid first aid and CPR card desired.
4. Successful experience in assisting with children in the past 5 years.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
6. Physical stamina as required to keep pace with young children of various abilities.
7. Strong writing abilities, demonstrating competency in Standard English format and conventions.
8. Demonstrated experience with computers.
9. Possess skills able to fulfill listed job description.
10. Satisfactory evaluations and reference checks
11. Evidence of successful experience in working with children of various economic backgrounds and minority groups.

The successful candidate shall:

• Provide appropriate assessment for students under the direction of the teacher.
• Implement appropriate instructional strategies for students in conjunction with classroom teacher
• Take initiative to implement activities or help with classroom preparation
• Assist students with goals and objectives that facilitate and measure student growth.
• Maintain proper records and facilitate the necessary paperwork and forms as required by law and district policy under teacher direction.
• Be flexible to the demands of the position and work closely with classroom teacher in assisting the needs of young children both in and outside of the classroom.
• Work with students in an enthusiastic, supportive, and consistent manner.
• Adhere to and maintain confidentiality in accordance with the law and District policy.
• Communicate effectively with children, staff and parents of children regarding any support needed.
• Help meet the physical needs of students with learning disablities.

The candidate must demonstrate these attitudes:

• The strength of the team works for the best interest of the student.
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills utilized to meet the best interest of the students.
• The fundamental belief that all students can learn.
• Supportive and active participation in meeting individual, classroom, building and district goals.
• Maintain a positive attitude.

*** This position is for the remainder of the 24/25 school year and is non-continuing. 

Columbia School District #400 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:  Title IX Officer, Jay Aune, 787 Maple Street, Burbank, WA  99323, 509-545-8573, jay.aune@csd400.org , ADA/Section 504 Coordinator, Mike Taylor, 835 Maple Street, Burbank, WA  99323, 509-545-8571, mike.taylor@csd400.org and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Jillian Robillard, 977 Maple Street, Burbank, WA  99323, 509-547-9393, Jillian.Robillard@csd400.org.