School-age after school care, 5 days per week 

Time Range: 

(2.25 hrs/day) M-F; 3:15 pm - 5:30 pm 

Start date: Immediate

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Meets all State DCYF requirements, including Child Care Basics training.
• Criminal history clearance through Washington State Patrol and FBI. 
• Documented negative tuberculosis (TB) test.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification
• Minimum age requirement: 18

• Must meet current Washington State mandates concerning COVID-19 as directed by the Governor of the State of Washington and/or Regional Health Director: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination, or request and approval of religious or medical accommodation.

   

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Minimum educational requirement is a High School Diploma or GED and one of the following:

1. A score of 461 or above on ParaPro Assessment exam;
2. Associate Degree from an accredited public or non-profit College or University;
3. 48 sem./72 quarter credits from an accredited public or non-profit College or University. 

EXPERIENCE:   Two years work experience with small or large groups of children preferred.

JOB GOAL:       Provide supervision and assistance to the Early Learning Center.

DUTIES:  May include but are not limited to:

• Facilitate and supervise the drop-off and pick-up of students following protocol of the Early Learning Center.
• Supervise students in designated locations, both indoors and outdoors, to ensure a safe and orderly environment in accordance with District and school rules and regulations.
• Use positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavior.
• Adhere to standards of confidentiality in regard to students and staff.
• Communicate with parents, children, teachers, and other staff as necessary to facilitate a safe, orderly, positive, and nurturing climate.
• Assist with student and classroom behavior management, consistent with the IEP or IFSP, as needed.
• Assist with clerical work as assigned.
• Operate and maintain office/computer equipment as assigned.
• Notify appropriate authority immediately in the event of any incident occurring on school premises.
• Perform physical tasks, including long periods of sitting, standing, stooping, and repeated lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning of indoor play equipment, toys, and work surfaces; laundering bedding; etc.
• Provide for the physical needs of students in feeding, preparing snacks, toileting issues, etc.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Ability to carry out the policies and procedures of the school relative to student safety and behavior management.
• Ability to work instructionally, one-on-one or in small groups with students under the direct supervision of Early Learning Coordinator/Early Learning Teacher.
• Ability to communicate and carry out District/building rules, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.
• Ability to problem-solve as needed.
• Possess competent record keeping skills.
• Possess competent organizational skills.
• Ability to work with others as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff and the general public.
• Ability to accurately read, write and compute per instructional needs.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to be highly self-directed.
• Ability to perform basic computer program functions and use Skyward student database.
• Ability to supervise and assist students with computer programs.
• Ability to perform First Aid/CPR.
• Ability to perform basic clerical functions.
• Ability to lift and carry weights up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Consistent, reliable attendance according to established work schedule is required.

                               NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

 
Ridgefield School District No.122 complies with all state and federal rules and regulations and provides equal opportunity in programs and employment and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin/language, marital status, HIV/Hepatitis C status, sex, sexual orientation-including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.  

Ridgefield School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services, bilingual education or inquiries regarding compliance procedures, contact Chris Griffith, Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator, 510 Pioneer St., Ridgefield, WA 98642, (360) 619-1304, or by email at chris.griffith@ridgefieldsd.org