Paraeducator II - 1:1 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program (2 positions)

Edmonds School District•Lynnwood, WA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paraeducator II assists certificated staff in delivering instructional programs by working in specialized areas such as: computer lab, deaf and hard of hearing (DHH), vocational education, case management and/or intervention. This position adapts and implements educational materials to students' specialized needs. The Paraeducator II position monitors students' progress, behavior, and safety. Additionally, this position performs a variety of routine clerical and office tasks supporting teachers and other district staff. This is a non-continuing position for the 2026-2027 school year only, typically filling temporary vacancies to meet short-term work demands. The work assignment expires on the end date of employment with no reasonable assurance of work after that date. Employee work hours and start/end times may vary.

Requirements

At least eighteen years of age.
Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university OR Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university OR Completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council OR Received a passing score on one of the following PESB approved assessments: ParaPathways Assessment, Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment, Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.
Possession of valid First Aid and CPR Certification.
Certification of de-escalation and physical restraint training is required for all employees who work in a self-contained classroom.
Successful candidates are required to complete mandatory, in-person training/orientation prior to their official start date.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students in an educational setting and/or evidence of an interest in supporting learning experiences.
Experience working with students with physical or cognitive disabilities and/or behavior challenges or social/emotional issues desirable.
Training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity.
ASL fluency preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists certificated staff in delivering instructional programs.
Works in specialized areas such as computer lab, deaf and hard of hearing (DHH), vocational education, case management and/or intervention.
Adapts and implements educational materials to students' specialized needs.
Monitors students' progress, behavior, and safety.
Performs a variety of routine clerical and office tasks supporting teachers and other district staff.