General Education -Social Emotional Learning -Connection Center Mentor

6 Hours per day, 5 days per week during school year.

Approximate Time Range: 8:05 am - 2:35 pm

Start date: 08/31/2022 (Training prior to the first day of school may be required)

JOB GOAL: The Connection Center Mentor will provide social emotional learning and positive behavioral interventions and supports to students through a multi-tiered model of supports under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Social Emotional Learning.  The position will serve as a primary support for the Connection Center.

EDUCATION:

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.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Within the first year of employment, successfully complete the Washington State Fundamental Course of Study for Paraeducators provided by the District, as defined in RCW 28A.413.070, and continue to meet future requirements as mandated by the State.
• Complete required Vector trainings within the first 10 days of employment.
• Criminal history clearance through Washington State Patrol and FBI. Fingerprinting cost is the responsibility of the employee.
• Must meet current Washington State mandates concerning COVID-19 as directed by the Governor of the State of Washington and/or Regional Health Director: Masks are required along with proof of COVID-19 vaccination, or request and approval of religious or medical accommodation.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:             

• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training completed (or willingness to complete training within 30 days of employment).
• First Aid & Adult/Child CPR training completed (or willingness to complete training within 30 days of employment).
• Training in multi-tiered systems of support in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) preferred.

DUTIES:

• Continuously work to build positive connections and supportive relationships with all students in the school
• Maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours
• Assist students in one-to-one, small group, and whole class settings in instructional areas including social emotional learning, behavior, attendance, and achievement. 
• Ability to use district approved social emotional learning curriculum and resources to support student social emotional competency development
• Support students in the acquirement of social emotional learning skills, including self-awareness, self-management, self-efficacy, social awareness, social management, and social engagement
• Assist students to develop and effectively practice calming and focusing strategies
• Facilitate PBIS classroom and common area expectations skill building lessons
• Attend monthly building based PBIS Committee meeting and participate in PBIS expectations fair
• Facilitate and assist in capturing student voice in a variety of ways (video, assemblies, written and visual products)
• Participate in the development of Tier III behavior support plans
• Use computers and related technologies as related to the Connection Center, including but not limited to School Wide Information System (SWIS) Suite, online social skills platforms, and training modules
• Attend meetings and trainings as required, with emphasis on social emotional learning, positive behavioral interventions and supports, trauma informed practices, and restorative practices 
• Professionally interact with students, staff, and public
• Comply with all district policies and procedures
• Notify appropriate authority immediately in the event of any incident occurring on school premises.
• Perform physical tasks, including repeated lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.
• 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 as directed by certificated 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.
• Willingness to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Ability to perform basic clerical functions.
• Ability to lift and carry weights up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to update skills as required.
• Consistent, reliable attendance according to established work schedule is required.
• Demonstrate proficiencies as assessed by District skills inventory. 

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.

APPLY AT: www.ridgefieldsd.org

                     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