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Coupeville School District

Health Aide - Paraeducator

Coupeville School District, Coupeville, Washington, United States, 98239

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Position Type: Support Staff/Para Educator

Date Posted: 9/30/2025

Location: Coupeville Elementary and Middle/High School

Date Available: 2025-2026 school year

Closing Date: Open Until Filled Para Educator - Health Aide Job Description

2025-2026 School Year Location: Coupeville Elementary, Middle, and/or High School as needed Supervisor: School Principal/SPED Director Hourly Wage: Commensurate with the CESA Salary Schedule ($28.50 per hour for new employees at Step 1) Days: 176 (school year calendar) Hours per Day: 7 Association: Coupeville Educational Support Association (CESA)

Job Title: Para Educator, Health Aide The primary responsibility for the Para Educator- Health Aide is to care for students.

Essential Functions: Must be willing to be exposed to students who are ill. Monitor and assist patients/students, as necessary. Follow procedures established by the school nurse and school district policies. Assist nursing staff and provide support to nursing staff with clerical duties Maintains confidentiality of health records and other sensitive information. Accurately documents student visits to the symptom room. May need to travel between the Elementary and Secondary campus as needed. Other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: High school diploma or equivalent required ONE of the following:

At least two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 quarter hours or 48 semester hours, all at 100 level or above) OR Associate's degree (or higher) OR Successfully pass all six areas of the ParaPro Assessment developed by Educational Testing Service (Praxis)

Completes State required paraeducator Fundamental Course of Study (FCS) training as identified by the Professional Educators Standards Board (PESB) & receives their paraeducator certificate Ability to deal with students, staff, and parents in a warm and confident manner at all times. Ability to work with emergency/crisis situations in a calm professional manner. Ability to transfer a student from one position to another safely and appropriately. Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Ability to multi-task, be flexible and attentive to detail in an often-chaotic environment prone to interruptions. Ability to use sound judgment in evaluation of situations regarding student health issues while recognizing scope of authority. Ability to organize health room, paperwork, set priorities and manage time while working with minimal supervision. Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality of students' records and information required. Ability to use Macintosh computers and other technological tools to assist with work completion; Maintain current First Aid and CPR certification; A helpful, calm, friendly, and polite manner when interacting with students, parents, other health providers, and district staff; The ability to make reasoned decisions, exhibit mature judgment, responsibility and dependability; Exemplify good personal health practices and mental health attitudes; Excellent communication skills, in writing and orally; Ability to interpret students' health needs to parents and school staff; Ability to effectively plan, organize, conduct, and supervise work assignments, and to work collaboratively with administration, and school nurse. Appropriate discretion concerning students, staff, and confidential or privileged information. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Physical Demands:

The employee must be able to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, such as face mask, face shield, gloves and/or gowns. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, to stand or walk and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Work Environment:

Required to attend to children's personal hygiene. Frequently required to wear protective clothing such as gloves. Exposed to infectious diseases and illnesses carried by students. Occasionally required to deal with distraught or angry people Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and can vary depending upon daily activity.

Working Conditions:

Works in the health rooms at each school, frequently using a computer. Walks within the school in routine job functions, and periodically walks or drives to other schools in the district. Bends, twists, and lifts up to 20 pounds when accessing records and office supplies. Occasionally exposed to high decibel alarm systems during drills or an actual emergency. May be exposed to blood and sharps. Uses a telephone to communicate.

This job description indicates the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work to be performed by someone in this position. It does not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Application Procedure: Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/coupeville/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1 Current employees apply as Internal Applicant All others apply as External Applicant

Candidates of Diversity Are Strongly Encouraged to Apply: Coupeville School District welcomes, values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This is in alignment with our CSD Equity Commitment Statement: "Whether about race, religion, language, immigration status, culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, class, or ability, or a combination of these, we know that students deserve to be honored and respected for who they are. Coupeville Schools is committed to providing a safe, equitable, and inclusive working and learning community for all."

Coupeville School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer Coupeville School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The board designates the superintendent to serve as the district's coordinator regarding: Title IX; Section 504/ADA; Civil Rights Compliance and to handle questions and investigate any complaints communicated to the district of alleged discrimination. Superintendent, 501 S Main, Coupeville, WA, 98239, phone: 360.678.2404.