PIONEER-SPECIAL EDUCATION PARA

Pioneer School District • Shelton, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Pioneer School District is hiring a Special Education Paraeducator for the Lifeskills/Options program at the elementary school for the 2026–2027 school year. The position is 6.5 hours per day and reports to the Building Administrator. Pioneer School District serves approximately 750 students in grades P–8 in a rural community east of Shelton, Washington.

The paraeducator provides instructional support, intervention, one-on-one support, tutoring, lunch supervision, behavior management, and general classroom assistance according to student needs. Under the supervision of certificated teachers, the employee prepares individualized or small-group instruction and assists with remedial reading and math instruction. The role also supports students’ social, emotional, behavioral, academic, and self-help skills; supervises students in classrooms and common areas; performs clerical tasks as needed; and maintains student confidentiality and a safe work environment. Duties may include diapering and other bathroom/toiletry assistance, as well as other assigned tasks.

Applicants must apply through ED Jobs Northwest and submit a letter of application, current resume, and three letters of reference. Employment remains temporary until satisfactory fingerprint and sexual misconduct background checks are received. Proof that fingerprinting has begun must be provided to Human Resources before the first day of employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Seventy-two college quarter credits and/or an associate degree and/or completion of the ETS test.
• Ability to work effectively and warmly with students, staff, and others.
• Ability to follow directions and complete assigned tasks efficiently and independently.
• Ability to assist students in developing social, academic, and self-help skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally, orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate computers.
• Ability to work in a team environment and professionally under the supervision of classroom teachers.
• Ability to responsibly supervise students and positively redirect behavior.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support, intervention services, one-on-one support, tutoring, and general classroom assistance based on student needs.
• Prepare individualized or small-group classroom instruction under the supervision of certificated teachers.
• Assist classroom teachers with remedial reading and math instruction.
• Provide social, emotional, and behavioral support and teach students basic social skills.
• Reteach expectations and positively redirect student behavior when necessary.
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, lunchroom, and playground; accompany students and support appropriate discipline.
• Perform clerical duties as needed.
• Maintain professional communication with classroom teachers and administrators and work under teacher direction.
• Maintain ethical conduct and confidentiality of student information.
• Conduct work safely and comply with district policies and procedures.
• Assist with diapering and other bathroom or toiletry duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible employees anticipated to work at least 630 hours during the school year may receive medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and basic life insurance benefits.
• Eligible employees are required to participate in a Washington State Department of Retirement Systems plan.
• Eligible employees may participate in tax-deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED