Substitute REACH Site Assistant (Lyle)

Under the general direction of the School Success Director, the REACH Program Site Assistant will share logistic responsibilities at the school including student recruitment, activity scheduling, volunteer recruitment, record keeping and recording, supervision of students, assisting with volunteers, and all other aspects of the program.

Salary:
This position pays a flat hourly rate of $21.27. This is a grant funded program with a fixed hourly rate.

Assignment:
The position will serve the Lyle School District. The regular work schedule is: up to 14 hours per week during the regular school year and up to 25 hours per week during the four-week summer program. This position will provide substitute support for the listed schedule.

Regular attendance required: accepting and working full substitute assignments is an expectation of this positionThis is an after-school program that runs Monday - Thursday and regular attendance is expected.

A complete application will include:

1. Work history going back 10 years
2. At least three professional reference's contact information
3. A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
4. A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application
5. A copy of your High School Diploma or G.E.D.
6. Official transcripts or para assessment score

Essential Functions:

1. Assist in recruitment and retention of students.
2. Support the curriculum as directed by the Site Coordinator.
3. Assist with training volunteers.
4. Be a liaison between the regular school staff and the REACH program as needed.
5. Assist Site Coordinator with collection and evaluation of relevant data, state assessment, and other assessment for project planning and evaluation.
6. Work with Site Coordinator to develop projects, special events, and family activities as described in the grant.
7. Participate in program staff meetings including those with the local Advisory Council at least three times annually.
8. Assist with program records and project reports.
9. Supervise students.
10. Collect data and report student progress.
11. Maintain accurate data collection records.
12. Participate in staff meetings, in-service programs, workshops and seminars.
13. Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Functions:

1. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. At least 18 years of age.
2. A High School Diploma or GED.
3. Must meet one of the following educational requirements:
   • Associate's Degree (note: if offered a position, official transcripts are required prior to start date); OR
   • 48 sem./72 quarter credits from an accredited college or university (note: if offered a position, official transcripts are required prior to start date); OR
   • Passing score of 455 on the ParaPro Assessment; OR
   • Passing score of 220 on the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment; OR
   • 65% on The Master Teacher, Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

1. Three to five years school-based experience working with students, staff, administrators, and parents.
2. Experience working with at-risk children.
3. Experience in tutoring/assisting with instruction in reading and mathematics.
4. Strong oral and written communication skills.
5. Experience creating reports and presentations.

Working Conditions

1. School based setting.
2. Regular attendance during scheduled work hours.
3. Flexible schedule to include some evenings and Saturdays.

Employment Requirements:

1. Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.