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Center for the Advancement of Paraeducators<\/h1>\n

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Our mission is to support paraeducators \u2013 instructional assistants, classroom assistants, and teacher’s aides \u2013 through onboarding, professional development, and career trajectory.<\/p>\n

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GOALS<\/h2>\n

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Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for paraeducators.<\/p>\n

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Establish a high-quality onboarding class for all new paraeducators in our region.<\/p>\n

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Offer career trajectory coaching to help connect paraeducators with degree completion and licensure options.<\/p>\n

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Advocate for the recruitment, support, and career development of paraeducators.<\/p>\n

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Contact us for more information<\/h2>\n

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Julian Elizalde<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bilingual Education Advisor<\/div>\n
Division of Education and Leadership, Western Oregon University<\/div>\n
Email: elizaldej@wou.edu<\/a> | Phone: (503) 838-9781 | Office: RWEC 164<\/div>\n
Schedule an appointment<\/a><\/i><\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n

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