Opening Date : August 14, 2008                                                                No. 0809- 19 (Primary)

                                                                                                    No. 0809- 20 (Elementary)

Blaine School District is now accepting applications for a RECESS ASSOCIATE to serve grades K-2 and 3-5.  This is a 2 hour position each school day in each building.

BUILDING:                                    Primary School and Elementary School

CONTACT PERSON:                        Allysa Bronson-Human Resources

DEADLINE:                                    August 22, 2008 (Current classified employees may submit a bid form)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful previously related work experience
• Basic competencies in written or oral English
• Acceptable personal habits and conduct

DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS:

• Successful completion of Educational Assistance Program or equivalent from a community or technical college
• Good job attendance and punctuality
• Successful work experience at primary school level
• Has worked with and enjoys youth
• Good organizational skills
• Able to work with kids in a positive manner

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• To understand school rules and safety procedures
• Organizing indoor and outdoor structured play activities with direct supervision
• Helping teacher take care of personal needs of students
• Maintaining teaching areas such as getting out and putting away materials needed by youngsters
• Keep daily records of students
• Role modeling as well as teach positive social behavior
• Monitoring student behavior, enforcing rules and regulations
• Additional routine duties as assigned by the principal

SALARY:

• Per current District –SEIU negotiated salary schedule.

STATE MANDATED REQUIREMENTS:

• FINGERPRINTING
• HIVAIDS AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT TRAINING (District will provide)
• IMMUNIZATION PROOF (if born 1/1/57 or later)

HOURS:

• As per school calendar – 2  hours per day

 “WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER”

The Blaine School District #503 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or handicap.  This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extra-curricular school activities.  Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX Officer, Allysa Bronson, and/or Section 504 Coordinator, Randy Elsbree,  at 360-332-5881, 765 H Street, Blaine, WA.