WAHLUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT #73

 

                                                         SUMMER SCHOOL PARA PRO JOB POSTING

                                                                               INTERNAL ONLY - Now accepting new Applicants

 

Position Title:         One Position Available: Para Pro/Instructional Assistant for Summer Learning Program;

Report To:               Summer School Coordinator

Classification:         PSE Union Represented Position, FLSA Non-Supervisory, Non-Exempt

Compensation:       PSE Salary Schedule for Instructional Para Pro

                               This position is paid by time card submitted by the 10th of each month.  

 

 

The 2026 Wahluke Summer School Model  is to provide in-person instruction to Kinder-8th grade students in reading, mathematics and enrichment, while fostering academic growth, building student confidence, and creating engaging learning experiences that prepare students for success in the upcoming school year.

 

Summer Program Information:

Professional Development:   TBD

Class Schedule:          June 22 - July 28, 2026

Hours of Operation:  7:30 am - 3:30 pm Monday-Thursday: shift begin and end times will be staggered to accommodate length of work day.

 

 

Duties and responsibilities:

• Tutor students individually or in small groups.
• Conference with the supervising teacher to monitor student progress.
• Assist in compiling test data and keep required documentation and records.
• Complete required records in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Perform routine tasks in monitoring and assisting student progress in classroom and other school activities.
• Provide age appropriate, engaging, interactive learning. 
• Proctor tests, quizzes, drills and other exercises designed by instructional staff.
• Use computer and software skills to enter and access a variety student records; may provide virtual and distance learning. 
• Communicate in a respectful, friendly and helpful manner with parents as requested or assigned, keeping in mind that communications about a student's educational performance and progress lies with the instructor. 
• Aid students with special learning needs.
• May assist students with clothing, movement, and toilet usage, diapering, personal hygiene and overall custodial care.
• Assist staff in the development of teaching aids and materials.
• Supervise students in halls, study halls, libraries, playgrounds, learning centers, cafeterias, transportation areas and crossing guard area. Included work outside in all types of weather.
• Assist in organizing and monitoring recreational activities.
• Accompany groups of students on field trips and other outings.
• Perform basic clerical tasks for teachers (catalog, sort, file, assemble, reproduce and distribute classroom materials, check out equipment)
• Attend and participate in trainings during and outside of regular shift and which may require travel. 
• Provide social and emotion care of all students.
• May provide attention to the needs of disabled or handicapped students.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS; DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES:

• Bilingual, Bi-literate Spanish preferred. 
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills, being able to relate to students and adults, flexibility.
• Experience and/or Knowledge of language development, reading, math instructional strategies. 
• History of reliability, dependability, and punctuality.
• Computer skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Be professional in action and appearance.
• Able to model appropriate professional behavior.
• Ability to solve practical problems, apply appropriate judgment and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists. 
• Ability to maneuver  to perform the functions associated with  activities including, kneeling, bending, squatting, lifting.
• Expected to wear appropriate and safe attire and grooming for the learning environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively, respectively and civilly with coworkers, students, families and community.
• Preference extended to candidates available for the entire length of assignment.
• Passing required State and FBI  background checks.
• Able and expected to attend work as scheduled.

 

REQUIRED Education:

Must meet state federal guidelines for Instructional Assistants by having an AA degree or 72 quarter hours or 48 semester college credits or documentation of successfully passing the state approved assessment.  

 

Physical Requirements: This position typically requires: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance, and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move can carry objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

 

 

 

 

The Wahluke School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation including gender identity or expression, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, homelessness, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, age, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all programs and services. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance/complaint procedures may be directed to the school district’s Civil Rights Coordinator at lleitz@wahluke.net; Title IX Director at jesindola@wahluke.net or (509)932-4477;  Section 504/ADA Coordinator, at gcalaway@wahluke.net or (509)932-4565 or by mail at 411 E. Saddle Mt. Dr., Mattawa, WA 99349.

 

Wahluke is an Equal Opportunity Employer