Selection for interview is based on evaluation of complete application file. Employment offer is based on employee evaluations, discipline history and attendance records, training and experience, references, and interview results. Hourly rate placement contingent upon verification of related experience.

Employment contingent upon completion and verification of form information and background check with fee to be paid by applicant. Pay for contracted classified employees is distributed once/month on the last business day of the month. Pay for employees who work less than full year is spread through August. Questions concerning pay processes may be directed to the Personnel Office.

BENEFIT INFORMATION Eligibility for SEBB medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, and LTD if anticipated to reach 630 hours in the school year. Eligibility for retirement based on 3.50 hrs/day or more for 5 or more consecutive months. Optional tax-sheltered annuities: Omni 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave, vacation leave (260-day employees only), and sick leave prorated based on FTE.

NCTA Summer Session Paraeducator

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building Principal and / or Certificated Teacher

WORK YEAR: 14 Days in Summer, 7 hours/day

POSITION SUMMARY:

Northwest Career & Technical Academy (NCTA) is seeking a motivated and student-centered paraeducator to support an innovative summer pilot program integrating Algebra 1 instruction within the Video Game Development pathway. This position will support high school students participating in a project-based learning environment where mathematics concepts are applied through coding, game design and collaborative problem-solving.

The paraeducator will work closely with the certificated instructor to provide academic support, student encouragement and classroom assistance during the 14-day summer session.

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about helping students build confidence in math and technology skills through creative, real-world applications. They value relationship-building, collaborative learning and supporting students in a career-connected educational environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• At a minimum, AA degree or higher, or two years of college (72 quarter credits), or
• Ability to meet State-determined performance standards in reading, math and writing (i.e., para-educator assessment).
• Previous experience working with students is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and foster effective communication and relationships with others.
• Ability to handle student information in a confidential manner.
• Ability to work with staff and students, including the monitoring and disciplining of student activities.
• Ability to function in a calm, efficient and courteous manner, under stress, and to exercise careful judgment, confidentiality and tact in the performance of duties.
• Ability to maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours specified under contract.
• Must professionally interact with culturally diverse students, staff and members of the public.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Algebra 1 concepts and content
• Experience supporting high school students in mathematics, particularly Algebra 1.
• Familiarity with computer science, programming or video game development concepts.
• Experience working with diverse learners in educational settings.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students.
• Demonstrated flexibility, patience and problem-solving skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support students in understanding Algebra 1 concepts through hands-on and project-based activities.
• Assist students with computer science, coding and game development activities.
• Provide small group and individual academic support.
• Encourage student engagement, persistence and positive classroom culture.
• Assist with classroom organization, technology setup and daily learning activities.
• Support students who may require additional academic or behavioral encouragement.
• Collaborate with the instructor to monitor student progress and participation.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and welcoming learning environment.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Previous experience with quantity food preparation and service.
• Language Skills:
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to staff, students and other employees.
• Mathematical Skills:
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of United States currency, weight measurement and volume.
• Reasoning Ability:
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but basic written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work in a friendly manner with co-workers, staff and students. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and community. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and School Board policies.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Criminal background clearance
• Professional experience verification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to walk and continuously required to stand. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of the job. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools. The employee must occasionally lift/or move up to 50 pounds such as milk crates, frozen foods, canned foods, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception and peripheral vision and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in temperatures above 80 degrees and occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and other workers. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud to where you have to raise your voice to be heard. The employee has a greater than average risk of minor injury such as a cut or burn while performing the duties of this job.