Quincy High School *Para Educator I

Job Details Job ID: 5868742 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Aug 3, 2026 Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026 Locations Quincy High School - Quincy, Washington Job Description QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT PARA-EDUCATOR I Supervisor: Building Principal Bargaining Unit: PSE Salary Schedule Location/Assignment: Quincy High School Conditions of work: 180 days/ School Year: 2026-27 SUMMARY: The position of Para-educator I works under the supervision of the certificated teacher and other staff personnel to assist in accomplishing the goals and objectives of the instructional program. Typically, in the general education or resource classroom. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Experience in supporting diverse student needs academically at the elementary/middle and /or high school level classrooms. • Develop plans, materials, and activities for students under the direction of the certificated teacher. • Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and community. • Experience in positive behavior supports preferred to maintain an environment conductive to learning. • Understand and apply program activities, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. • Maintain confidentiality and integrity of information and records. • Work collaboratively with supervising teacher and colleagues. • Keep documentation/data for teachers when requested. • Direct contact with students in the classroom and in other supervisory capacities. • Bilingual preferred in Spanish to help support student diverse language needs and parent communications. • Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent. QUALIFICATIONS: • Two years of study at an institution of higher education, it must meet the criteria of the Higher Education Act, Section 101 (a). All classes must be at level 100 or higher, OR • Associate’s degree OR • Pass the ETS Para Pro Assessment test. • Experience working with P-12 students. • First Aid/CPR card or ability to obtain. • Demonstrate basic computer literacy skills. • Demonstrate consistent punctuality and attendance. • Demonstrate flexibility with schedule changes as students’ needs change. • Work in noisy and crowded environments. WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: • Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull. • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. PROCEDURE: • Application Online at www.qsd.wednet.edu/ • Click on Menu> “Careers>Job Opening • All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores at 509-787-4571. UNION AFFIILATION: 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 Employee Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Click here for more detailed information on benefits. https://www.qsd.wednet.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts 180-259 Day Employees- Paid leave benefits to include 10 sick days, 10 paid holidays, and 3 personal leave days. 260 Day Employee-Paid leave benefits to include a minimum of 12 sick days, 13 paid holiday and 3 personal leave days and a minimum of 10 days’ vacation after the first year. *Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day • Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval. 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. Quincy 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. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Superintendent, [email protected], 404 1st AVE SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, [email protected], 404 1st AVE SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Assistant Superintendent, [email protected], 404 1st AVE SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer Position Type: Part-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Sunshine Pray, Special Educaton Director District Office Email: [email protected]