Openings as of 4/6/2025
Student Services

Paraprofessional

JobID: 995

Position Type:
  Student Services


Date Posted:
  3/19/2025


Location:
  Kennewick


Closing Date:
  04/13/2025


  Position Title:           Paraprofessional
Program:                   TC Futures Center/ Open Doors
Reports To:               TC Futures Director
Classification:          Non-Exempt (Full-Time / Mon-Fri / 40hrs per week)
Hourly Rate:             Grade 23: $22.52 (step 1/year 1) – 25.35 (step 5/year 5)

SUMMARY: This position requires bilingual and biliterate skills in English and Spanish. Under the general supervision of the Director and Open Doors Teacher, the paraprofessional supports individual and group instruction for TC Futures students, reinforces previously taught skills, and assists with testing services. This role also helps with daily center activities, enforces rules, and maintains program standards. Additionally, the paraprofessional provides ESL support, including language assessments and Spanish translation for parent communications, while ensuring accurate data entry and confidentiality.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Support teachers and case managers in designated instructional areas by reinforcing previously taught skills, working with small groups to provide additional instruction or assistance.
• Engage with students, encourage performance, observe progress, and meet instructional reinforcement needs as they arise.
• Administer tests necessary to identify Limited English Proficient (LEP) students and to determine their level of language proficiency as determined by the state.
• Implement lesson plans for individuals and groups under the supervision of the assigned teacher.
• Learn and understand the adopted curriculum and methodologies to support academic performance.
• Attend training and other functions as assigned including conducting off-site visits.
• Assist with evaluating and sourcing English as a Second Language (ESL) materials.
• Assist with the procurement and utilization of instructional aids.
• Assess, reassess, and reclassify students periodically to monitor progress and evaluate areas for academic and English support.
• Meet with staff or other professionals to review program materials, or student progress.
• Provide Spanish translation support as needed.
• Communicate with Spanish speaking parents/guardians, orally and in writing. Act as interpreter/translator for conferences, family/supporter meetings and written communications.
• Administer and proctor exams offered at TC Futures including but not limited to High School Equivalency, Paraprofessional and other district required testing.
• Record and input test results into the computer database, ensuring confidentiality
• Follow all applicable Board policies and procedures.
• Maintain Confidentiality.
 
Supervisory: None 
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs related duties as assigned.*
 
*Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the Position Description but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent and meet one fo the following:
  • Have received a passing grade on the Education Training Services (ETS) ParaPro Assessment; OR
  • Have completed a registered apprenticeship program; OR
  • Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education; OR
  • Hold an Associate of Arts degree or higher.
• Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish.
• One or more years of experience working in an educational setting with students experiencing significant behavioral/social emotional challenges.
• Required Certificates and Licenses:
  • CPR/First Aid Certificate
 
REQUIRED SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
 Knowledge of:
• General needs and behavior of youth.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of secondary level subject matter.
• The cultural characteristics and needs of the children and the families.

Ability to:
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with adults and youth.
• Perform routine clerical work and data entry.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Communicate in the language that is used by the majority of the LEP students.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with staff, students, and patrons.
• Demonstrated punctuality and an excellent work attendance record.
• Must work within designated bounds of authority and confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional, cooperative, working relationships.
• Must follow supervisory directions and employ personal initiative when necessary.
• Ability to follow safe work practices and procedures.
• Ability to communicate with students using adaptive communication devices or willingness to learn.
 
TRAITS THAT YOU MUST POSSESS
 
• Proactive self-starter. A strong sense of taking initiative moving forward without waiting to be told what to do and how to do it.
• Flexible and can thrive in a fast-paced environment where you may have to wear several hats.
• Possess confidence while being humble- lack excessive ego or concern about status. Willing to share credit, emphasize team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
• Hungry- always looking for more. More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for. Constantly thinking about the next step an opportunity.
• Smart- have common sense about people. Good judgement and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of your words and actions.
 
THESE STATEMENTS MUST RESONATE WITH YOU:
"Yes, that is possible. Let me handle it, I'll figure it out." "I am not sure, but I will find out for you."
"I have not done that before, but I can do it."
"I take a see-it, own-it, solve-it, do-it approach."
 
POSITION BENEFITS:
• Opportunities to receive on the job training 
• Access to full benefits (SEBB medical, vision, and dental insurance. WA DRS SERS retirement plan. Medical reimbursement account, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance etc.)
• Access to the agency's wellness and employee assistance program
• Paid sick leave (8 hours per month)
• Paid vacation leave (start at 8 hours per month)
• Paid personal leave (up to 16 hours per fiscal year)
• 13 paid holidays

ABOUT OUR TEAM AND AGENCY:
Helping students realize their dreams and aspirations is at the heart of everything we do at ESD
123. We accomplish this by embracing our employees as One Team, and operating with loyalty and commitment through compassion, dedication, and collaboration. At ESD 123, we strive to offer the highest quality customer experience by committing to our Culture Playbook, and always looking for ways to say, "Yes, and…" Each member of our ESD team must be humble, hungry, and smart, with a focus on making his or her teammates look good while working toward achieving our mission.
 
We want this position to be one that you are or can be passionate about and look forward to embracing. We want you to grow, be challenged, and have fun while doing things that you are skilled at and enjoy. We are looking for someone who is proud to join our ESD One Team!
 
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment. The job is performed in a clean atmosphere. May require lifting 100 pounds occasionally with assistance.

Hazards: Those present in a normal office environment; no known significant hazards.




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