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Description Tacoma Public Schools Expected Start Date: November, 2026 FTE: .875 Hours per day: 7 hours plus a 30-minute duty free lunch period for a total of 7.5 hours "on campus" Salary Level: PA4 72 college level credits or passed the Para Pro Test $28.75 AA degree $29.50 BA or higher degree $29.75Salary is based on documented experience as an Education Support Professional/Para Professional in WA state public school districtsUnion/Days per year: Education Support Professional, 183 work days, 10 month Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools
Additional Information: Bilingual Program Liaison positions are district deployed assignments, and subject to change deployment location based on the needs of the District. At this time, this position will be providing support at the secondary education level of MS and/or HS.Additional Information: This position requires completion and attaining of the state mandated General Paraeducator Certificate. The Paraeducator Certificate Program offers statewide standards-based training for all paraeducator/Education Support Professionals (ESP) and supports a career growth ladder for those who wish to advance their career as a paraeducator or pursue a teaching profession. Staff will be required to complete 28 hours of training on the Fundamental Course of Study provided by the district. The first two days of FCS training will be required to be completed within four months of the date of hire, and the second two days within six months of the date of hire, or by September 1 of the next school year. The general certificate is then earned by a paraeducator who completes ten days (70 clock hours) of professional development training. Examples Of Duties This position facilitates the social and academic adjustment of bilingual students. The position provides direct instruction to individual bilingual students or groups of students.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Provides, under the direction of the classroom teacher, direct instruction to individual bilingual students or groups of students in various curriculum assignments or enrichment activities.
- Relates concerns and cultural differences of students and parents to program and school staff; serves as a resource in activities intended to promote cross-cultural understanding.
- Calls or visits and interviews families new to the District; submits interview forms to the bilingual program office; makes telephone contacts to students and their families for consultation related to school matters.
- Assists teachers with classroom support functions as needed, including correcting papers, recording attendance, and duplicating curriculum materials.
- Attends training sessions, workshops, and parent and/or staff conferences as assigned.
- Serves as an interpreter as necessary during orientation, enrollment, counseling, and disciplinary procedures; translates/interprets school information including student records, District forms and publications, and related student-use materials for non-English speaking parents for program students only.
- Provides bilingual translation/interpretation as needed to assist school staff in assessment of bilingual student learning skills, social adjustment needs, and in program implementation.
OTHER JOB DUTIES
- Maintains and updates knowledge and skills necessary for success in the position by attending meetings, workshops and/or other in-service activities as assigned.
- Performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis.
- Regular, reliable, predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work. CONDITIONS May be confined to work area; experiences frequent interruptions; exposed to infectious disease; may be required to deal with, and defuse, if appropriate, difficult and sensitive situations and/or people; may be required to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Associate’s degree or 72 credit hours of post-secondary education or passing state test to demonstrate knowledge and ability to assist in instructing students; previous experience working with school-aged youth is desired; or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work and that meets federal and state requirements. Licenses/Special Requirements Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of community and ethnic group resources.
Ability to relate effectively with students, parents, staff, and the public. Fluency and literacy in English and the required second language. Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.
Benefits
Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
Applicant Inquiries: The civil rights contacts listed below are provided for questions or concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and compliance with applicable civil rights laws. These contacts do not handle routine employment inquiries, including questions about application status or hiring timelines. For assistance with those matters, please contact Human Resources at 253-571-1250 or email hrinfo@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Nondiscrimination Statement
Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, 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 following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights Coordinator, Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator:
Tiffany Davis-Brantley
253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Section 504 Coordinator:
Laura Tuman
253-571-1086, 504Coordinator@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Tacoma Public Schools
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1357
Tacoma, WA 98401-1357
www.tacomaschools.org