Paraeducator I - ADA Teacher Support
About The Position
The Paraeducator I works collaboratively with certificated staff in classrooms or other learning environments. The role supports instruction and student supervision, prepares educational materials, monitors students’ progress, behavior, and safety, and performs routine clerical tasks for teachers and other district staff. The position is at Edmonds-Woodway High School and is a non-continuing assignment for the 2026–2027 school year only. The assignment expires at the end of employment, with no reasonable assurance of work afterward. The schedule is 6.0 hours per day on a 181-day calendar; total hours and beginning and ending times may vary. The hourly rate is $29.61 to $33.52.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Meet at least one of the following paraeducator qualification pathways: 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 at an accredited college or university; complete a paraeducator apprenticeship registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council; or receive a passing score on a PESB-approved assessment.
- Possess valid First Aid and CPR certifications, or be willing to acquire them depending on the job assignment.
- Complete mandatory in-person training or orientation before the official start date.
- For employees working in a self-contained classroom, certification in de-escalation and physical restraint training is required.
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.
- Assist with instructional support and student supervision duties.
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
