Posting Information: We are currently hiring for a Specialized Associate - K-3 Reading Intervention Paraeducator at Blaine Primary School. This position will also support 3rd grade students at Blaine Elementary School. This is a 6.5 hour per day temporary position for the remainder of the 2026-27 school year only, starting 12/7/26. Position closes 11/12/26.
Overview
This position provides supplemental instructional support to students who need additional assistance developing foundational reading skills. Working under the direction and supervision of a certificated teacher, the paraeducator supports the delivery of targeted reading interventions designed to strengthen early literacy development and improve student achievement through individual and small group instruction.
Requirements
- Completed 72 quarter credits of study at an institution of higher learning OR AA degree from an approved institution, OR completion of the ETS ParaPro Assessment with a passing score
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to pass a Federal criminal background check
- Ability to complete 28 hours of District provided training within the first school year of employment as required by statute
- Knowledge of foundational reading skills, phonics, and early literacy development
Essential Functions
- Provide individual and small group reading instruction using district-approved literacy intervention programs and materials
- Reinforce foundational reading skills, including phonemic awareness, phonics, letter recognition, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension
- Collect and record student progress data as directed by the supervising teacher
- Assist with administering informal assessments and screenings as assigned
- Provide encouragement, positive reinforcement, and feedback to promote student confidence and motivation
- Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff
- Maintain confidentiality
- Participate in professional development as applicable
- Adhere to district policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
Nondiscrimination Notice: Blaine School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, or honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination may be directed to the District's Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator ewilliams@blainesd.org or Section 504/ADA Coordinator lnowakowski@blainesd.org