Paraprofessional at People Sustaining Kings Valley in Philomath, OR

COMPANY DESCRIPTION Kings Valley Charter School provides a rural, community-based education tailored to the individual needs and interests of each child, emphasizing the involvement of parents and the community. The goal of the Kings Valley Charter School is to achieve academic excellence for all students through an individualized program. The environment at Kings Valley Charter School is designed to promote self-motivation, responsibility, and a positive attitude. JOB DESCRIPTION Duties: • Student Supervision and Support: monitor student behavior in designated areas, including hallways, lunch areas, playgrounds, gym, and field during PE classes, recess, and school-sponsored activities to ensure their safety and well-being. Use positive language and encourage students to do their best and make good choices. Calmly redirect students that are not on task. • Academic Support: Supporting students with identified assignments including working with staff to create individualized learning plans. • Supporting students in a classroom and in small groups. • Enforcement of Rules: enforce school policies and regulations regarding student conduct. • Safety and Security: report any suspicious activities, potential safety hazards, or incidents to school administration. • Incident Reporting: document and report incidents, including student conflicts, vandalism, or other issues. • Coordination: work with school leadership, PE teacher, and other staff to ensure a safe and orderly school environment.  • Other duties as assigned by the administrators. QUALIFICATIONS • Have a high school diploma or the equivalent • Be at least 18 years of age • Experience working with youth (preferably in a classroom environment) • Preferred qualifications: • Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; or • Obtained an Associate’s (or higher) degree; or • Met a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate through a formal state, or local academic assessment or para-educator certificate program, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Salary: Starts at $16.50/hour Hours: Part-time, option of three or six hours/day This position comes with a limited benefits package that includes: • Limited medical plan • Dental and vision insurance • Voluntary insurance options • 403b retirement plan after 1 year • Flexible spending account • Employee assistance program • Generous personal and sick leave • Professional development We are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Teacher Loan Forgiveness programs. Evergreen provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military status, or marital or family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, regulation, or ordinance. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, transfer, promotion, benefits, and compensation.