Para Educator Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Special Education Teaching Assistant (also known as Para Educators). The Para Educator is an individual who works one on one with students requiring generalized assistance to meet their behavioral and instructional needs, under the direct supervision of school professionals or other behavioral specialists. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: + Follows through with Individualized Education Plan objectives at the direction of school professionals + Supervises and assists students throughout the day + Communicates pertinent information to teachers and can assist with generalized classroom duties + Documents session per policy and procedures. Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements + Assists with activities of prescribed programs + Assists students in the development of independent skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines and personal hygiene + Assists Behavioral Specialist or Teacher with implementation of behavior management techniques + Follows Right Response guidelines to de-escalate students when presenting verbal or physical aggression (De-escalation training provided but candidate must be comfortable with a potentially aggressive environment) Requirements: + Associates Degree OR completion of Master Teacher Exam (Provided by company) + Attendance to in person PAID trainings + 1+ years of experience working with children in a personal or professional capacity + Experience with special needs or learning disabilities preferred + Adaptable and flexible in a fast paced, and sometimes changing environment + Passion for providing care to students with special needs Pay Rate - $22+ depending on experience Hours - 32.5/week Schedule - Monday- Friday Location - Spanaway, Graham, Frederickson Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.