Office Assistant II/ Paraeducator, Job 24-0754 ME - Mukilteo School District 6

This is a 7.5 hour per day, 190 day per year Office Assistant II/180 day per year Paraeducator position with benefits at Mukilteo Elementary School.

Hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The successful candidate must meet qualifications for the Paraeducator and Office Assistant II positions.

Preferred Qualifications: Spanish speaking.

This position consists of 6.5 hours of Office Assistant/registration and 1.0 hour of Paraeducator.

Dual MESP/MACP position.

Rate of pay for positions:

Paraeducator:  $28.34 - $38.12/hour, 1.0 hr.
Office Assistant II: $28.68 - $33.16/hour, 3.5 hrs.

JOB TITLE:                                       Office Assistant II/Paraeducator

JOB CLASSIFICATION:Office Assistant – MACP

                                                       Paraeducator - MESP

REPORTS TO:Principal

JOB SUMMARY (OFFICE ASSISTANT):

Perform a variety of clerical duties to assist students, staff, and parents and the general public.

JOB SUMMARY (PARAEDUCATOR):

Assist the teacher with planning, preparation and delivery of a quality instructional program based upon state standards, district curriculum, and effective instruction for students with diverse learning needs.  Supervise students at recess, in the cafeteria, library, assistance for students riding the bus, and perform crossing guard duties before and after school.  May assist with implementation of special education services for students i.e., IEP goals, medical assistance, physical support and personal care.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (OFFICE ASSISTANT):

• Provide clerical support, answer phones; respond to inquiries from staff, parents, students and general public; direct inquiries to appropriate personnel; schedule appointments; and assist with other duties as directed for the purpose of providing quality customer service.
• Process various documents and perform functions such as process mail and respond to inquiries; prepare and mail correspondence; responsible for a variety of information record keeping i.e., fiscal and/or student records; document filing, tracking information, data entry, etc.
• May assist with student health needs.
• May serve as a designated first aid provider.
• May assist with supervision and monitoring of students.
• Word process, type, copy, collate, sort, file and distribute documents to support the efficient operation of school office services.
• Prioritize and organize tasks for the purpose of meeting deadlines, accessibility of information, and completing job duties in a timely manner.
• Comply with District Policies.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned by supervisor(s) for the purpose of maintaining an organized and efficient environment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (PARAEDUCATOR):

• Assist teacher(s) with the daily supervision of students for the purpose of maintaining and providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Under the teacher’s direction, administer multiple student tests, collect and maintain diagnostic and test data, update student records, and assess student progress.
• Assist teacher(s) with monitoring and managing student behavior and progress; share observations with teacher(s) and other professional staff.
• Assist teacher(s) with implementation of various strategies to address diverse student needs and support individual educational growth and achievement goals.
• Provide clerical and general classroom assistance for staff, which may include collection and data entry of information, correspondence, copying, filing, and preparation of classroom materials.
• Administer first aid, medical assistance, physical support and personal care for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile, and/or disabled children. 
• Provide physical assistance for students with special needs such as feeding, toileting, proper lifting and positioning of students in and out of chairs and with adaptive equipment; assist students with the use specific equipment related to their disability (e.g., materials, assistive technology, visual aids).
• Track and dispense authorized student medications.
• Perform crossing guard duties before and after school to supervise and monitor students.
• Assist with monitoring students in the cafeteria and/or at recess; assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment for student safety and well-being.
• Participate in meetings and training for the purpose of sharing information, improving the employee skills and knowledge, implementing school initiatives and addressing student needs.
• Comply with District Policies.
• Maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regularly work hours specified.
• May be subject to reassignment of job duties depending on program, building and student needs
• Such other related job duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

JOB REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (OFFICE ASSISTANT)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.

• Skill and ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all individuals in a professional and courteous manner.
• Skill and ability to follow and give written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain trust and confidentiality.
• Ability to develop positive, amenable relationships with staff, students, and public.
• Skill in effective organization and efficiency.
• Skill in accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge and ability to successfully use basic math and write routine documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Skill and ability with operating office equipment, which may include: telephone, computer, typewriter, calculator, copier, laminator and media equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to use various software programs related to job responsibilities.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications (PARAEDUCATOR)

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.

• Demonstrated knowledge of math, spelling, reading, grammar, and punctuation.
• Desire and aptitude to work with students.
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with students, supervisors, and staff.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively in a team situation.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage student behavior.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail and meet deadlines in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions.
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn to operate standard classroom equipment.
• Ability to provide for the physical, health and safety needs of students.
• Demonstrated ability to provide physical assistance for and properly lift students in and out of chairs in accordance with safe lifting requirements and the use of adaptive equipment as required.
• Knowledge of computer applications used to assist with student learning.
• Ability to strengthen job-related competencies.

EDUCATION/TRAINING (OFFICE ASSISTANT):

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Word process with accuracy at 50 w.p.m.
• Vocational or technical clerical training preferred.
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification (Required for Designated First Aid Providers).

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION (PARAEDUCATOR):

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits), or have obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree or have successfully passed the Para Pro Assessment developed by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). 
• Depending on assignment, may be required to complete behavior modification programs, including safe physical restraining techniques and/or other training as required.

EXPERIENCE (OFFICE ASSISTANT):

• One (1) year of applicable office or clerical experience.  Vocational or technical clerical training may substitute for work experience.

EXPERIENCE (PARAEDUCATOR): 

Job related experience desired.

Physical Requirements:  Office Assistant/Paraeducator

Mukilteo School District 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 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: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Simone Neal (425-356-1319), NealSR@mukilteo.wednet.edu, Section 504 Coordinator Lisa Pitsch (425-356-1277), PitschLA@mukilteo.wednet.edu, and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker (425-356-1330), MoosekerKW@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett, WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Wes Allen, Director (425-348-2220) AllenWR@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett, WA 98204.