Contract Math Curriculum Writer Jobs in Spokane, WA

FREEMAN SCHOOL DISTRICTPARAEDUCATOR(S)/SPECIAL EDUCATION - Mon-Fri - 7.0 hrs/day - One Year OnlyPosition open until filled. REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Student Services Director SUMMARY: A Paraeducator instructs students in an individual or group setting. He/She helps with assigned learning activities and provides assistance to students TK-12 under the direction of a certified teacher/program director

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide instructional support to students ages 3-22 in accordance with teacher directions.Record data on individual student progress in the curriculum and behavior program.Assist student(s) with behavior management by consistently following the plan developed by the staff including but not limited to redirecting, teaching replacement behavior and providing reinforcement.Work cooperatively with members of the team.Develop a rapport with special needs or at-risk students.Perform computer tasks that are needed for the program as directed by supervisors.Be familiar with special education and district policies and procedures.Promote student independence in the school setting.Refer concerns for safety, health and discipline to the supervising teacher or principal.Perform other tasks as reasonably requested by the teacher or administrators.Ability to respond appropriately to aggressive and physical behaviors. Ability to utilize de-escalation techniques.Physically capable of lifting a student (must be able to lift 50 pounds). Heavier lifting will utilize a two person lift or assistive devices

Willing and physically capable of kneeling, bending and working or sitting on the floor with students, based on student needs.Ability to attend to personal care of students, such as; toileting, lifting, transferring, changing, feeding and providing other services, depending on the needs of the student(s).Provide one-on-one instruction/supervision in self-contained classroom as needed.Keep student/staff information confidential.Ability to perform varied tasks in a busy atmosphere. Works in a variety of settings based on need. Playground and lunchroom supervision.Other duties may be assigned.To perform this job successfully, and 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 madeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret appropriate curriculum materials.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from parents. Ability to effectively present information to colleagues, parents and administrators. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to classroom applications.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.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 enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear

The employee frequently is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally requiredto stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 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 outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. QUALIFICATIONS: Two years of college studies: 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits required or completion of ParaPathways Assessment with a passing score.

CLEARANCES & TRAINING:Washington State Patrol/FBI Background CheckProvided Training: CPR/First Aid Certificate and Right Response TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Hourly Range: $19.27 - $25.14; placement based on experienceLength of Contract: This is a One Year Only contract beginning immediately for the 2026-2027 school year. Salary is based upon placement on the salary schedule and experience. Benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.Additional benefits may include sick leave, personal days, and holidays.Freeman 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 atrained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups

The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights, Title IX, and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator: Lisa Phelan, lphelan@freemansd.org, 509-291-3695, 15001 S Jackson Rd. Rockford, WA 99030.