Para – Bi-Lingual - Student & Family Support- 20273308

• Hourly Wage Range: $29.23 - $32.73/hr

Hours per Day: 6.75

Days per Year: 191

Shift: 8:00am - 3:15pm

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

Job Title:

Classification Level:

Paraprofessional - Bi-Lingual- Student & Family Support

E2

Reports to:

Working Titles:

Building Administrator

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

The Bi-Lingual/ Dual Language- Student & Family Support Para-Educator will work to specially support students and families enrolled in the Dual Language or World language Immersion programs in Clover Park School District. The staff member's priority will be partnering with families to ensure they are supported while their students are enrolled in the dual language programs. In addition, the para-educator will work collaboratively with teachers to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment, assist students in acquiring proficiency in the target language while addressing diverse academic and linguistic needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Act as an ambassador for the Dual Language and World Language Immersion program in your school
• Meet with families on a regular basis to update them on dual language program details, resources for at-home support, and share student progress
• Make regular contact with parents as needed by the classroom teacher
• Plan and carry out family night for the dual language and world immersion programs
• Meet with the Teaching and Learning Supervisor on a regular basis to update her on program and family needs
• Provide instructional support in a world language classroom by assisting with lessons, activities, and projects under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Facilitate small group or one-on-one instruction to support language acquisition and reinforce lesson content.
• Support students in developing language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in the target language.
• Assists in the preparation of instructional materials, including visual aids, worksheets, and multimedia resources.
• Foster a positive and respectful classroom environment that encourages cultural appreciation and language learning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school diploma or it's recognized equivalent (GED) and must meet one of the following:

• Have received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the Professional Educator Standards Board;
• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university;
• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university;
• Have completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council;
• Passing score on Oral Proficiency Interview in the target language.

Experience

• Six (6) months of experience working with children or young adults.

Board approved assessments

• EST ParaPathways test takers must meet or exceed a score of 324 on the Reading and Writing sub test and 325 on the Mathematics sub test. (Bridge option is available for eligible test takers.)
• ETS ParaPro test takers must meet or exceed Washington's qualifying score of 455 prior to August 31, 2026.
• Pearson Paraprofessional test takers must meet or exceed 220 (that score is equivalent to the 50 out of 72 scorable multiple-choice questions set by the Board).
• Master Teacher Inc. test takers must meet or exceed 65%. A candidate must receive a passing score on each of the two assessments to be certified.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in both English and the target language of instruction (e.g., Spanish).
• Prior experience working with students in an educational setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents.
• Understanding of or willingness to learn strategies for supporting language learners.
• Ability to accurately and proficiently keyboard and utilize standard office software programs.
• Ability to perform basic clerical tasks such as filing and use of office equipment, such as a personal computer, telephone, fax, and photocopy machine, and audiovisual equipment.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently within established guidelines.
• Ability to listen and respond appropriately to students and families
• Ability to work with students from a variety of multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds..
• Ability to learn skills of verbal de-escalation, restraint techniques, and behavior management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner with all levels of staff, families, and community members.
• Ability to learn and apply District policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must be organized and dependable.
• Certification and Licenses
• Background check and fingerprinting.
• First aid and CPR certification for employees assigned to the health room and transportation.
• Employees assigned to special education resource or self-contained classrooms and SLPAs are required to complete the 14 Core Competencies certification within three (3) months of hire. Transportation paraprofessionals must obtain core competencies 12 & 14 within three (3) months of hire.
• DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Previous experience in a bilingual or World Language classroom.

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. May have to negotiate steps, ramps, uneven surfaces, and go outdoors in all types of weather to reach some classrooms and/or other district sites. This position is itinerant. The employee is required to use their personal vehicle or have the ability to transport themselves to various locations according to work schedule.

FLSA: Non - Exempt AFFILIATION: ESPCP

JOB CLASS: Para-educator WORK YEAR: 191 days

• Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.

Shifts are subject to change.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employee's responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

Insurance Benefits

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.

Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. . For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems'' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Clink on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or marital status. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address questions and complaints of alleged discrimination to the following individuals at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW, Lakewood, Washington 98499-1341: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director of Compliance and Student Services, (253) 583-5154, gdavis@cloverpark.k12.wa.us; Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Jennifer Herbold, Executive Director of Special Education, (253) 583-5170, jherbold@cloverpark.k12.wa. Title IX inquiries may also be directed to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), https://bit.ly/US-OCR. Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint, is available at https://bit.ly/CPSDHIBPolicy; OSPI required language per RCW 28A.300.286 is available at https://bit.ly/OSPIModelLanguage.