IT ALL BEGINS WITH A SPARC

Join us in helping build the foundation for lifelong success! Skagit Preschool and Resource Center (SPARC) is a mission driven non-profit organization located in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. We provide individualized services for families and their children with unique developmental needs in Skagit County, WA.  SPARC is seeking highly motivated substitute instructional assistants to join our growing team.

OUR VISION

As a SPARC employee, we will rely on you to reflect our vision for children and families to feel supported and our community to be aware of the unique gifts of all children. Through every aspect of instruction and employee collaboration, we expect compassion, respect, and a high level of professionalism.

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience with young children and/or children with disabilities is strongly recommended to ensure competency and knowledge in assisting children with a wide range of unique developmental needs.

EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years or old
• Food Handlers Permit – SPARC Paid Training Provided
• Safety Care Certification – SPARC Paid Training Provided
• CPR & First Aid Certification – SPARC Paid Training Provided

SUMMARY

The Paraeducator supports students by working closely under the direction of a certified special education teacher. They assist in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), adapting classroom activities, managing behavior, and helping students with academic, social, emotional, and physical needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Include the following but are not limited to, other duties may be assigned)

• Help the teacher plan lessons and prepare classroom materials
• Support students one-on-one or in small groups with learning, behavior, and physical needs
• Assist in the supervision of children during recess and free play
• Work and communicate professionally with students, families, and coworkers in a diverse environment.
• Actively Participate in team meetings
• Follow all safety procedures to help keep students and coworkers safe at all times.
• Help keep the classroom clean and organized and well maintained
• Assist children in toileting, dressing, and mealtime
• Maintain confidentiality according to HIPPA and FRPA regulations
• Attend and participate in a;; required staff training days.
• Pay close attention when observing students and carefully complete all required paperwork.
• Follow written and spoken directions; work independently when needed
• Ability to function in a calm, efficient, courteous manner under stress and to exercise careful judgment and tact in performance of duties
• Comply with all SPARC policies and procedures
• Maintain consistent presence at assigned work site and regularly work hours specified under contract
• Comply with all SPARC policies and procedures

WORK ENVIRONMENT

SPARC strives to provide an inclusive and inviting work environment.  We value a multidisciplinary, team-oriented approach in all services to our community. Teams communicate and collaborate regularly in order to support each other and the families we serve.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

Classification: Full Time / Part Time

Pay: $18.40 – $24.33  per hour

Schedule: Monday – Thursday work week / school district year of September – June

BENEFITS

• Employee Assistance Program
• 3 days scheduled off for Thanksgiving break
• 2 weeks scheduled off during December for school district winter break
• 1 week scheduled off during April for school district spring break
• Annual continuing education reimbursement opportunities
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company match (If eligible)
• Reimbursement for work related mileage
• Sick Time
• Medical insurance (Full Time Only)
• Dental insurance (Full Time Only)
• Vision insurance (Full Time Only)
• Personal Time (Full Time Only)

TRAVEL

Local travel between SPARC locations and home visits is required. For this reason, employees must have a valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to spend periods of time:

• Sitting on the floor
• Stooping
• Kneeling
• Lifting children up to fifty pounds
• Bending over/down to children’s level
• Physically restraining a child (when incorporated in his/her behavior plan)

SPARC is an equal opportunity employer.