POSITION #025-CLS-02-24:
Para-Educator (Bilingual) - non-continuing *UPDATED
Wenatchee High School
8 hours per day (remainder of the 2023-24 school year)
Salary: $18.80-21.11 per hour
DESCRIPTION: Work under the direction of a certificated staff member to provide specialized intervention instructions and language support for bilingual identified students. Coordinate and collaborate with program staff and teachers to deliver services. Attend in-service trainings and meetings as appropriate. Assist with language testing of students. Other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum AA degree or equivalent or a passed PRAXIS test required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) required. Must pass a bilingual exam after hire. Will receive a bilingual stipend of $0.65 per hour after successful completion of bilingual exam. Experience working with high school students preferred. Technology knowledge and ability is crucial. Good communication skills and the ability to follow written and oral directions are needed. Ability to work as a team player; ability to take input from other members of the team as well as share insights that may enhance the students program. Must be patient, flexible, self-motivated, possess positive social skills, and have a calm personality. The ability to relate well to students, parents, and staff is necessary. May require prolonged sitting or standing. Attendance and punctuality are important.
PROCEDURE: Go to our website at: www.wenatcheeschools.org click on Employment then follow the instructions.
SCHEDULE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
UNION AFFILIATION: This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington.
BENEFITS:
Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/health-benefits
180 - 219 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits include 10 days of sick leave, 2 personal leave days and 11 holidays.
220 - 259 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits include 10 days of sick leave, 3 personal leave days and 11 holidays.
260 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave, 2 personal leave days, 14 holidays and 12 vacation days.
Tuition reimbursement, 50% up to $450 per year for qualified expenses.
https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/collective-bargaining-agreements
Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.
Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.
The Wenatchee School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all staff and for students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Kelly Lopez, 509-663-8161, lopez.k@wenatcheeschools.org; and Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, Mike Lane, 509-663-8161, lane.michael@wenatcheeschools.org 235 Sunset Ave, Wenatchee WA, 98801.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER