Paraprofessional

Paraprofessional JobID: 1135 Position Type: Candy Mountain Academy/Candy Mountain Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/17/2026 Location: Pasco Additional Information: Show/Hide Position Title: Candy Mountain Academy Paraprofessional � Special Education Department: Instructional Services Reports To: Candy Mountain Academy Coordinator Classification: Non-Exempt (Full-Time 190 days per year) Hourly Rate through Aug. 31: $23.08 (step 1/year 1) Hourly Rate (26/27 SY) Sep. 1: $23.68 (step 1/year 1) - $26.65 (step 5/year 5) Position is open until filled SUMMARY: ESD 123 is looking to hire a paraprofessional to work within our Candy Mountain Academy. This purpose of this position is to facilitate student academic performance and interview when problems are identified, with the goal of providing support for students enrolled in the Candy Mountain Academy; providing direct learning support to students; providing referrals to school and community-based services; coordinating services provided by multiple agencies/organizations; providing ongoing feedback and encouragement; and assisting students in accomplishing the goals of their Student Learning Plans in partnership with ESD personnel, family members and community service providers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Acts as a member of a student de-escalation team for the purpose of maintaining consistency in safety protocols throughout the program. Adheres to comprehensive and specific behavior plans and systems when working with students with significant behaviors for the purpose of ensuring safety and consistency. Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments as directed for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching their academic goals. Attends trainings and functions as assigned for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions. Attends planning meetings with teachers and staff for the purpose of maintaining consistency throughout the program. Confers with teachers and/or parents as may be required for the purpose of providing input into the evaluation of students' progress and/or implementing/modifying students' objectives. Corrects and charts student work for the purpose of assisting the teacher with data collection. Duplicates and constructs material and orders equipment for the purpose of assisting staff in the effective overall operation of the building. Implements under the supervision of the assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving student success through a defined course of study. Leads groups of students through assessments electronically or on paper for the purpose of supporting the teachers in the instructional process. Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, recess, field trips, lunchroom, etc.) for the purpose of identifying required assistance and ensuring a safe and positive learning environment. Prepares materials and keeps records related to a student's IEP for the purpose of assisting the teacher in maintaining IEP data. Provides computer-assisted learning for the purpose of supporting the teacher in effective classroom instruction and delivery. Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violation of rules, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel. Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured students, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution. Supports classroom teachers for the purpose of assisting them in the preparation and implementation of curriculum and teaching methodologies. Works with individuals or small groups to implement accommodations and supports as defined by the student's IEP for academics, recreational activities, etc. for the purpo…