774 school-support jobs found in Kent, WA

Director of School Support - Washington Location: Greater Seattle, Washington (up to 25-50% travel contingent upon organizational/state/federal regulations) Position is available: Summer 2022 WHO WE ARE Every student deserves opportunities in life, and every educator committed to providing those opportunities deserves support. Those beliefs drive us to work alongside schools to support great teaching so that we can work towards guaranteeing that all students are receiving high quality instruction. We partner with over 900 schools - both district and charter - in underserved communities around the country, thus impacting more than 330,000 students. Third-party evaluations confirm that when schools have the right basic conditions in place and partner with ANet, they achieve 6-8 months of additional learning over a two-year period compared to schools not partnering with ANet. At ANet we are committed to living out our core values, both across our organization and with our...

Employment Begins: 2022-23 SY Want to make a DIFFERENCE in the lives of children? Are you PASSIONATE about diversity, equity and inclusion in our schools? Join us as a valued employee at North Thurston Public Schools! We have a proud tradition of excellence in education as we strive to prepare approximately 15,000 students for rewarding careers, fulfilling lives, and compassionate global citizenship. As home to the most ethnically diverse population in the South Sound, we follow the principles of the International Charter for Compassion which recognizes that we treat each other with kindness, respect differences, and make our district a place where everyone belongs and feels safe. Dedicated to the success of all students, we work hard to close the opportunity gap for our students of color and students experiencing poverty. Come join us to ensure that ALL students are empowered and future-ready! What we will trust you with: Creating a safe environment for all students....

The job of "Psychologist - School" is done for the purpose/s of providing information on student's functioning and recommendations regarding their successful transition to and from school; to develop, coordinate, and provide student assessment support to social services coordinators and classroom teachers as required for successful educational programming and classroom support. Certificated Required Attachments: Cover Letter Resume 3 Certificated Reference Forms and/or Letters Valid Washington State Certification Three (3) positions available. This 1.0 FTE, continuing position is Monday - Friday for 7.0 hours per day, 180 days per year. The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area. Examples of Duties: Coordinates psychological and educational testing activities conducted for the purpose...

This position is 1.0 FTE. BASIC FUNCTION: The purpose of this position is to create positive learning experiences and to provide instruction to visually impaired students in order assist them with achieving their educational, social, and vocational potential. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements. E = ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintains order in the classroom and in the building. (E) Develops short-term instructional objectives consistent with long-range placement goals, identifying the end results or standards of performance expected. (E) Evaluates student progress toward the accomplishment of objectives and records performance measurements; provides guidance to students...

Hours/FTE: This is a 6.5 hours/9month paraeducator position at Daniel Elementary. Pay is spread over 12 months. Daniel is an elementary school of approximately 540 students and 80 staff. Daniel opened in 1992 and has become more and more diverse each year. Located on East Hill Kent, Daniel Elementary serves approximately twenty apartment complexes. Staff take pride in serving our diverse population. Over 50% of the Daniel students are English Language Learners, including several refugee students, and over 70% of our students qualify for free/reduced lunch. Daniel teachers participate in Professional Learning Communities to engage in discussions centered on instructional improvement in order to meet our goal of eliminating the achievement gap. Our staff work collaboratively to support students and are implementing the Positive Behavior Intervention Supports by adopting school-wide expectations for students and adults. Our students support one another through peer tutoring and...

This position is 8 hours per day, 12 months per year. ADDITIONAL NFORMATION: This position is part of the KAEOP bargaining unit. LOCATION : Kentridge Senior High School Kentridge High School has a wonderfully diverse student population and a staff dedicated ensuring a quality learning experience for all students. Kentridge is noted for its strong emphasis on academics and co-curricular activities and enjoys strong community support. Criteria for Initial Placement on the Schedule per Collective Bargaining Agreement: Experience credit for regular employees shall only be allowed for prior experience in a K-12 educational unit to the extent required by RCW 28A.400.300 as amended. All clerical testing has been suspended for KAEOP applicants. Level testing will now only be done after the initial interviews for the finalists only. This means all applicants will be screened for interviews without passing the clerical testing for the position. Once interviewed, if you are a...

This position is a 1.0 FTE, 9 months per year. Millennium Elementary opened in August 2000. Millennium serves a diverse socioeconomic student body of approximately 550 students. Our building includes a library, computer lab, stage/music room, gym, multipurpose room, commons, orchestra room and 23 classrooms. Millennium's staff had chosen to follow the Basic School Framework written by Dr. Ernest Boyer in structuring their school community. Our educational program is enriched by a variety of specialists: IT specialist, general music teacher, band and orchestra teachers, PE specialist, integrated program staff serving learning delayed students, English Language Learners' staff, counselor, psychologist, nurse, speech and language pathologist, and physical therapist. Millennium is a School-wide Title I building. Our students have the benefit of para-educator support in reading and mathematics. ASSIGNMENT: Our integrated program is specially designed instruction within general...

This position is 1.0 FTE, 9 months per year. East Hill Elementary is a school wide Title I school of approximately 540 students, located in a residential area near downtown Kent. East Hill serves kindergarten through sixth grade students from richly diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Some programs implemented at East Hill include ELL (English Language Learner), LAP (Learning Assistance Program), Special Education, and Welcome Room. We also have a before school Extended Learning program for some of our ELL students as well as an afterschool Century 21 Program for reading and mathematics for some of our students. The staff at East Hill embraces each student and strives to make a positive impact on him/her academically, socially, physically, and emotionally. We have a warm and caring environment with a dedicated staff that provides quality learning opportunities in all content areas. In March of 2011, we opened up a new building, the Parent Engagement Resource Center (PERC),...

This is a 1.0 FTE position starting the 22/23 school year. Neely-O'Brien is located in the Kent valley. Our school serves Kindergarten through sixth grade students who are rich in ethnic and cultural diversity. Our families are highly mobile and come from varying economic and academic backgrounds. The staff at Neely-O'Brien is committed to providing a positive learning environment which capitalizes on the diverse nature of our population and cultivates high academic achievement through our rich curriculum and intentional interventions that meet students at their current levels. We strive to promote each child's academic, emotional, social and physical development. We focus on the basic skills, including opportunities for enrichment and remediation. We take pride in our music and physical education programs. ASSIGNMENT: Our integrated program is specially designed instruction within general education classes. Candidate will plan, coordinate and provide services for students,...

This position is 1.0 FTE. Please note that this posting has been extended. If you have already submitted an application, you do not need to submit another one. This position will be open until filled. At Springbrook Elementary School we are passionate educators who connect with the hearts and the minds of all learners by maximizing individual potential in order to cultivate a cohesive school community. We believe that students' best learning comes when students are provided Rigorous learning tasks designed to increase integration, engagement, academic achievement and real-world connections. Springbrook serves 550 diverse learners in the northwest portion of the school district bordering Renton. Special programs include Title I Reading and LAP Math, English Language Learners, Integrated Programs (Resource Room), a Full Day Kindergarten Program (FDK) and 1 school adjustment special education program (SA). ASSIGNMENT: The School Adjustment Programs are for students in elementary...

This is a 1.0 FTE position. Location: Neely-O'Brien is located in the Kent valley. Our school serves Kindergarten through sixth grade students who are rich in ethnic and cultural diversity. Our families are highly mobile and come from varying economic and academic backgrounds. The staff at Neely-O'Brien is committed to providing a positive learning environment which capitalizes on the diverse nature of our population and cultivates high academic achievement through our rich curriculum and intentional interventions that meet students at their current levels. We strive to promote each child's academic, emotional, social and physical development. We focus on the basic skills, including opportunities for enrichment and remediation. We take pride in our music and physical education programs. Additional Information: Under the direction of the Principal, the Behavior Intervention Teacher assists in the students' adjustment and integration within the general educational setting....

HOURS/FTE: This position is 6.5 hours, 9 months and is located at Meridian Elementary. Pay is spread 12 months. Meridian Elementary, which is located east of Kent, is one of the oldest schools in the Kent School District and has changed throughout the years to meet the needs of elementary students. Meridian records some of the highest volunteer hours in the district. We encourage and value parent and community volunteers to help in the classroom, on PTSA, and the Learning Improvement Team. The parents, students and staff at Meridian believe in a school environment that promotes collaborative and shared experiences among staff and fosters the educational growth of students and community. The shared goals will guarantee that every student will possess the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to effectively participate in a diverse and ever changing world. All Paraeducator applicants are required to show proof of 72 college level credits, an AA degree (or higher), or...

This is a 1.0 FTE position. LOCATION : Kentridge Senior High School Kentridge High School has a wonderfully diverse student population and a staff dedicated ensuring a quality learning experience for all students. Kentridge is noted for its strong emphasis on academics and co-curricular activities and enjoys strong community support. ASSIGNMENT: The School Adjustment Programs are for students in elementary through senior high school who demonstrate serious emotional-behavioral difficulties and have average cognitive functioning. This teacher will plan, coordinate and provide services for students, parents and staff to assess and improve the effectiveness of education within the Kent School District; work with staff, families and/or agencies to develop needed service options; cooperate with the special education director, principals, staff members and community in implementation of a comprehensive instructional program for special needs students. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:...

This position is 1.0 FTE and for the 22-23 school year. Please note that this posting has been reopened and will be open until filled. If you have already submitted an application, you do not need to submit another one. Scenic Hill Elementary serves students in Kindergarten - 6th grade. Currently the school serves approximately 600 students with approximately 87% of the student population receiving free and reduced lunch. The student population is diverse, with 41 languages spoken by students at home. Currently 43% of the students are served by the building's ELL program, and 11% of those students are L1 students based upon WLPT test data. Hispanic students represent the highest demographic population comprising 36% of the total student population. Of the total Scenic Hill student population, 14% are served in special education. Located above the business district on Kent's East Hill, Scenic Hill Elementary was opened in 1961 and is still housed in its original location. The...

This is a 1.0 FTE position scheduled to start the beginning of the 22/23 school year. LOCATION : Kentridge Senior High School Kentridge High School has a wonderfully diverse student population and a staff dedicated ensuring a quality learning experience for all students. Kentridge is noted for its strong emphasis on academics and co-curricular activities, and enjoys strong community support. ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of the Adaptive Support Center classroom is to provide specially designed instruction emphasizing pre-academics, communication, social, motor, and daily living skills for students with low moderate to severe/profound developmental delays who require more intensive focus on basic skills than is available within the Support Center program. This position is teaching developmentally delayed students with moderate to severe disabilities in an adaptive support center special education program. As students progress, they will increase their time in the regular...

This position is 1.0 FTE. Please note that this posting has been reopened and will be open until filled. If you have already submitted an application, you do not need to submit another one. Meadow Ridge Elementary School is a facility designed to stand the test of time and provide the greatest opportunities for students who pass through its hallways. Meadow Ridge is an inviting, highly personalized "learning community" that supports diverse educational programs and activities in a setting conducive to successful teamwork. Meadow Ridge is designed to accommodate a wide range of educational programs, services, and activities needed to ensure each student's success in school and preparation for adult life. The school program integrates academic, social skills, and special needs with an emphasis on "all students can learn". Students and staff members are provided access and ease of use of diverse technologies that support teaching and learning to prepare students for future changes...

This position is 6 hours per day, 9 months per year. Please note: this posting has been extended. If you have already applied, you do not need to submit another application. Scenic Hill Elementary serves students in Kindergarten - 6th grade. Currently the school serves approximately 600 students with approximately 87% of the student population receiving free and reduced lunch. The student population is diverse, with 41 languages spoken by students at home. Currently 43% of the students are served by the building's ELL program, and 11 % of those students are L1 students based upon WLPT test data. Hispanic students represent the highest demographic population comprising 36% of the total student population. Of the total Scenic Hill student population, 14% are served in special education. Located above the business district on Kent's East Hill, Scenic Hill Elementary was opened in 1961 and is still housed in its original location. The campus was constructed originally as a single...

This is a 1.0 FTE position. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position is part of the KEA bargaining unit. The status of this continuing position may be changed due to special circumstances. We reserve the right to fill this position on a leave replacement or temporary basis if necessary. ASSIGNMENT: The Kent School District provides expanded services to developmentally delayed young adults to include community-based special education services focused on the transition needs of the targeted student population. Kent is seeking special education teachers with the skills and desire to develop, plan, coordinate, deliver and evaluate transition education and services in a community-based program with other educators, families, students, and representatives of community organizations. Position responsibilities include, but are not limited, to the following: design, implement and evaluate 18-21 year old program services in collaboration with district staff, students, families and...

This position is 1.0 FTE. LOCATION: Kentridge Senior High School Kentridge High School has a student population of 2,175 and is located in the northeast corner of the district. The school is noted for its strong emphasis on academics and co-curricular activities, and enjoys strong community support. ASSIGNMENT: The purpose of the Adaptive Support Center classroom is to provide specially designed instruction emphasizing pre-academics, communication, social, motor, and daily living skills for students with low moderate to severe/profound developmental delays who require more intensive focus on basic skills than is available within the Support Center program. This position is teaching developmentally delayed students with moderate to severe disabilities in an adaptive support center special education program. As students progress, they will increase their time in the regular classroom. Candidate will plan, coordinate and provide services for students, parents and staff to...

This position is 1.0 FTE with a tentative start date of February 16, 2022. Martin Sortun Elementary, a National Title 1 School of Distinction and Washington STEM Lighthouse School, serves a diverse population of students with varied strengths and abilities. As Mountaineers, we believe that teaching and learning, like mountain climbing, requires GRIT and passion. We invite you to climb along with us. Although our journey may often be challenging, the "view" is worth the effort! We enjoy a highly collaborative work environment where both instructional and special teams collaborate in professional learning communities to advance student learning. Job-imbedded instructional coaching provides continuous support in reading, writing, and STEM to maintain our growth mindset culture where change is our norm and standards-based instruction our target. We consistently utilize the latest research-based practices to successfully prepare all our students for their futures... whatever it...