ABOUT ACTRIV HEALTHCARE 

Actriv Healthcare is a leading healthcare staffing company dedicated to providing exceptional staffing solutions to healthcare facilities. We believe that quality patient care begins with healthcare staffing. That is why we leverage the power of technology to help healthcare facilities match with the best nursing professionals. 

Actriv Healthcare is on a mission to reinvent the way healthcare professionals connect with facilities in a way that empowers them to do what they love. Our cutting-edge technology matches healthcare professionals with shifts that fit their lifestyles and ensures that healthcare facilities have on-demand shift coverage to deliver the highest quality care to patients. We are constantly pushing the boundaries and seeking out new and innovative ways to improve the healthcare experience for both patients and healthcare professionals.                                                             

Job Title:  Paraeducator - SPED  

Location: Lakewood, WA 

Position Type: Hourly, up to 7.5-Hours per day, M-F 

Approximate Days Worked Per Year: 196 

Hourly Wage Range: Local  $30.15 Travel $36.85  

 SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT 

Under the general direction of the building administrator and with direction from the Accelerated Schools Coach, assists the families of students in accessing community services. Develops a program for increasing family involvement in school activities and assists staff in meeting the needs of all students 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Assists with IEP preparation at the direction of the classroom teacher. Monitors timelines for due process with re-evaluations and IEP’s under the guidance of the special education teacher. 

• Assists with preparation for and implementation of behavior management techniques, educational and vocational instruction and vocational placement programs. 

• Instruct students in large or small groups or one-to-one as assigned by and under the direction of the special education teacher. 

• Assists students with hygiene and personal needs, such as lifting, toileting, washing and feeding.  May prepare and give intervention and medication, or conduct certain medical treatments following training by, and under the direction of, licensed nursing staff.  Such treatments may include, but are not limited to:  catheterization, nasogastric feedings, suctioning, supervision of a student self-administering glucose checks or insulin injections, seizure management, individualized emergency medical plans, etc. 

• Administers or assists special education teachers with the administration of assessment instruments. 

• Prepares materials for use by student, teachers and parents; types, hand draws, reproduces and collates. Maintains class during special education teacher’s absence.  Supervises students during lunch, recess, on and off the bus, assembly, and to other building locations. 

• Uses personal computer for data entry and to produce correspondence and reports;     operates typewriter, copier, FAX and other office machines.  

• Under the direction of the special education teacher, maintains students records and files such as FTE count, month end reports, schedules, attendance records, credits earned and required classes and credits for graduation.  May monitor three (3) year evaluations for state compliance. 

• May transport and/or accompany students on field trips and other outings. 

• May assist with profile development for education and vocation planning. 

• May work with high-risk students who display significant behavior concerns as part of their disability who display significant behavior concerns as part of their disability. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Working Conditions 

Work is performed in regular school buildings located throughout the District.  Ability to sit or stand for prolonged period of time; use of fingers, hands and arms; operate a motor vehicle, and tolerance of loud noises and physically demanding situations are all required. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or its recognized equivalent (GED) 

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 quarter hours); or an associate’s degree (or higher); or a passing score on a state or local assessment.  

• Three (3) years of successful work experience with special education students. 

• Completion of the Fourteen (14) Special Education Core Competencies or obtain within the first 90 days from date of hire. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

Knowledge of the following: 

• Classroom/behavior management techniques 

• Special Education Terminology 

• Lifting, toileting and feeding techniques 

• Restraint techniques    Verbal de-escalation 

• Ability to work independently and to independently learn operations, procedures. processes and uses of equipment. 

• Ability to exercise sound judgment including the handling of confidential matters. 

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and knowledge of proper lifting techniques. 

• Ability to communicate and interact clearly, concisely, courteous and respectfully with students, parents, guardians, volunteers, teachers, and other staff in a diverse environment. Ability to adjust to new and different working conditions. 

• May require a personal vehicle proof of automobile insurance and a Type II Driver’s   License. 

• Ability to learn and implement medical intervention techniques under the direction of a knowledgeable professional. 

Certification and Licenses 

• Fingerprinting and Background check. 

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License and proof of insurance may be required. Type II Driver’s License may be required. 

• First Aid and CPR Card. 

• Paras are required to complete the district provided Fundamental Course of Study (FCS) as outlined by the Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB). Positions excluded from this requirement are as follows: Health Room Para, Bus Para, In School Suspension Para, Library Para, Preschool Para. 

• Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) WAC 181-79A-224 

Desirable Qualifications 

• College credit with a major in education, psychology, counseling or social work. 

BENEFITS 

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 

• Actriv contributes up to $300 towards the cost of benefits.  

• Retirement savings plan 

• Professional development opportunities. 

• Accrued sick and vacation time  

• Paid company holidays 

 Actriv Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.