Paraeducator - Health Room Assistant

Olympia School DistrictCapital High School2707 Conger Avenue NWOlympia, WA 98502Part Time$24.62 - $33.05 per hourCapital High SchoolPosted 7/10/2026 The job of "Paraeducator - Health Room Assistant" assists in meeting the health needs of students according to District policies and school procedures under the guidance and direction of the school nurse; documents and maintains student health information required by the District, in addition to federal/state/local agency regulations; and provides appropriate care and/or referral for ill and injured students. The job of "Paraeducator-Developmental Learning Classroom" is done for the purpose of assisting in the supervision and instruction of students, to address academic, social/emotional, and functional life goals across multiple instructional settings, which could include the community. 2 Classified Reference LettersCopy of Para Pro Assessment Test results or official college transcripts Administers first aid, medication and specialized treatment as trained for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students and staff.Assists nurse, students, and other school personnel for the purpose of providing specialized treatments, monitoring medical treatments and/or testing.Maintains required medication logs, emergency cards, and health records (e.g. initial records, mandated screening results, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal and professional standards.Prepares documentation (e.g. status reports, accident reports, etc.) as delegated by the school nurse for the purposes of providing written support and/or conveying information.Communicates with the school nurse regarding information about those students requiring further medical attention or with suspected contagious diseases for the purpose of providing needed medical treatment, counseling, etc., or minimizing infection and complying with the law.Follows the established emergency protocols written and provided by the Washington State Department of Health, Olympia School District policy and established health room guidelines.Keeps the health room orderly, clean (e.g. counters, cots, etc.), supplied and stocked.Assist certificated staff for the purpose of implementation of plans related to IEP program development, including but not limited to functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention plans and aversive therapy plans, and activities related to communication and OT/PT IEP goals.Assist certificated staff with creation of necessary educational materials to enable student progress toward IEP goals and objectives.Collect and communicate relevant data for the purpose of assisting certificated staff in evaluating students' progress.Administer first aid, medical assistance and/or address health care needs, including personal hygiene and toileting assistance when necessary.Maintain students' files, records, etc. for the purpose of developing appropriate educational programs for students who qualify for special education.Monitor students, across educational settings, for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment, including facilitating necessary accommodations and modifications to curriculum, materials and schedules.Assist other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of increasing staff capacity to implement identified student programs, including instructional and behavioral plans. This would include supporting other staff, as may be necessary, in any aspect of their assigned duties to support students.Collaborate effectively with other personnel for the purpose of evaluation of students' progress and/or implementing of students' objectives.Contribute to a positive and productive learning environment for students and staff.Maintain confidentiality in communications regarding students, staff, and parents.Facilitate student independence in the instructional setting in a positive and productive manner.Participate in team meetings for the purpose of collaborating and sharing information, and necessary trainings to improving one's skills/knowledge.Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent, AND when applicable successful completion of the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Exam, OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (official transcript is required), OR an Associate's (or higher) degree (official transcript is required). Experience: Current first aid and CPR card; Medical assisting and/or nurse assistant (C.N.A.) experience is desirable; successful completion of District training programs.Criminal Justice fingerprint clearanceEducation Required: High school diploma or equivalent, AND when applicable successful completion of ONE of the following assessments - the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Parapro assessment or the Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (official transcript is required), OR an Associate's (or higher) degree (official transcript is required). Credits must be at 100 level or above.Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.Experience: Prior job related experience with school age children who qualify for special education.Participate in all OSD required health related trainings. First Aid and CPR Training may be required.Willingness to participate in appropriate training to gain necessary skills to perform this position, e.g. Type II License, Food Handlers Permit.Right Response Certification or willingness to obtain and maintainAbility to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal form); use of correct spelling, grammar and punctuation.Perform basic arithmetic calculations.Sit for prolonged periods. Work independently. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.Relate effectively with students, parents, District staff, and the public in a multi-cultural and diverse socioeconomic community.Respond calmly and maturely in emergency situations. Coordinate and organize tasks.Use a computer and copy machine.Perform basic clerical functions; perform basic arithmetic calculations; operate standard office equipment; use English in verbal and written form, with correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.Create effective visual supports, student schedules, and reward systems.Provide for special health care needs of students including personal hygiene and toileting/diapering as necessary. Implement instructional techniques effective with students with significant needs, and necessary modifications to meet those needs. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; maintain confidentiality of student records; meet schedules and deadlines; read/interpret/apply rules, regulations, policies; rapidly learn methods and materials used in instructional situations. Collaborate and communicate effectively among team members. Maintain alertness at all times, in an effort to anticipate and prevent situations that might be unsafe; anticipate and prevent potential escalation of behavior. React promptly to maintain students' safety.Facilitate the development of positive communication and social skills; support participation and learning in the instructional setting, which may include the community. Utilize effective instructional management techniques to facilitate student engagement in learning activities.Use assistive/adaptive technology and methods to support communication and/or adaptive living skills.Implement OSD-adopted curricula and/or individual student plans consistently and with fidelity.Collect student data relevant to individual and/or classroom goals, independently, consistently, and accurately.Self-monitor and adjust interactions (including but not limited to physical proximity, vocabulary, volume & tone of voice, sentence length, and use of visual supports) to promote student understanding and success. Maintain high expectations for student learning to maximize independence among all students.Know and use de-escalation strategies regarding student behaviors/emotional/social needs.Have, or be willing to obtain training in a variety of adopted district instructional methodologies such as STAR, FACTER, Structured Teaching, ABA.Provide instruction and/or follow teachers' instruction in various grade level curricular areas (General and/or Special Education) to support student learning across school settings.Utilize effective instructional management techniques to facilitate student engagement in learning activities.Use assistive/adaptive technology and methods to support communication and/or adaptive living skills.Implement OSD-adopted curricula and/or individual student plans consistently and with fidelity.Represent the Olympia SD in a professional manner when supporting students participating in community or other public settings, through positive communications, social interactions and appearance.Significant physical abilities include sitting for prolonged periods; reaching/handling; talking/hearing conversations; near/far visual acuity; moving quickly in response to situations of potential danger to students and/or staff; restraining students, when necessary, using district approved techniques; lifting up to 50 lbs.Olympia 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 a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Officer - James Whitehead, (360) 596-8545, jwhitehead@osd.wednet.edu; Executive Director of Elementary Education - Autumn Lara, (360) 596-8534, alara@osd.wednet.edu; Section 504 and ADA Coordinator (Students) - Ken Turcotte, (360) 596-7530, klturcotte@osd.wednet.edu; ADA Coordinator (Staff) - Starla Hoff, (360) 596-6185, shoff@osd.wednet.edu; Affirmative Action Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator - Scott Niemann, (360) 596-6185, sniemann@osd.wednet.edu. Address: Knox Administrative Center, 111 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506. The Olympia School District will provide reasonable Accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures. Persons with disabilities or are in need of translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed. Human Resources Officer: Voice: (360) 596-6185 or TDD: (360) 596-7537 or FAX: 360-596-6181.