Paraeducator I - Basic Classroom Support
About The Position
Works collaboratively with certificated staff in classrooms or other learning environments, providing instructional support and student supervision. The role includes preparing educational materials; monitoring students’ progress, behavior, and safety; and performing routine clerical tasks to support teachers and other district staff. This is a non-continuing position for the 2026–2027 school year only. The assignment is temporary and expires at the end of employment, with no reasonable assurance of work afterward. The schedule is 3.5 hours per day on a 181-day calendar; total hours and beginning and ending times may vary. The position is non-exempt and pays $29.61 to $33.52 per hour.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Meet at least one paraeducator qualification: hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university; complete a paraeducator apprenticeship registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council; or pass a PESB-approved assessment or program: ParaPathways Assessment, Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment, or Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.
- Possess valid First Aid and CPR certifications, or be willing to acquire them depending on the job assignment.
- Complete mandatory in-person training and orientation before the official start date.
- For employees working in a self-contained classroom, complete de-escalation and physical restraint training.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with students in an educational setting and/or evidence of interest in supporting learning experiences.
- Training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with certificated staff in classrooms or other learning environments.
- Provide instructional support and supervise students.
- Prepare educational materials.
- Monitor students’ progress, behavior, and safety.
- Perform routine clerical tasks to support teachers and other district staff.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- HSAs/FSAs
- Life and AD+D insurance
- Long-term disability
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick leave
- Paid personal leave
- Employee assistance program
- Pension plans through DRS
- Deferred compensation plans
- 403(b) plans
- Access to health care services through the Washington State Health Care Authority; SEBB health insurance eligibility is based on working 630 hours during the school year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
