1:1 Paraeducator, Job 26-0690 FA

Mukilteo School District•Everett, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 1:1 Paraeducator position at Fairmount Elementary School, providing classroom support to a student requiring one-to-one assistance and helping with bus transportation to and from the school. The position is 6.25 hours per day for 180 days per year. An additional 1.75 hours of bus-riding time per day, for a total of 8 hours per day, is conditional for the 2026–2027 school year only. The stated work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The anticipated start date is as soon as possible. Benefits are included. Under the direction of the teacher, the paraeducator assists with planning, preparation, and delivery of instruction based on state standards, district curriculum, and effective practices for students with diverse learning needs. The role includes student supervision and safety, classroom and clerical support, monitoring and documenting student progress, and assisting with special education services. Depending on student needs, duties may include medical assistance, physical support, personal care, medication administration, and use of adaptive equipment. The position may also involve recess, cafeteria, library, bus assistance, and crossing-guard duties. The employee reports to the Principal and may be reassigned duties according to program, building, or student needs.

Requirements

Meet Basic Washington State paraeducator qualifications.
Be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
Meet one of the following education or assessment requirements: 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; have completed a registered paraeducator apprenticeship; or have passed a PESB-approved assessment listed in the posting.
Have knowledge of math, spelling, reading, grammar, and punctuation.
Have a desire and aptitude to work with students and the ability to interact positively and professionally with students, supervisors, and staff.
Be able to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
Demonstrate the ability to manage student behavior effectively and work accurately with attention to detail and deadlines amid frequent interruptions.
Be able to operate or willing to learn standard classroom equipment and be knowledgeable about computer applications used to support student learning.
Be able to meet students’ physical, health, and safety needs, including providing physical assistance and safely lifting students in accordance with safe-lifting requirements and using adaptive equipment as needed.
Be able to strengthen job-related competencies.
Job-related experience is desired; the posting also identifies experience working with children as a minimum qualification.
Depending on the assignment, complete required behavior-modification programs, including safe physical restraint techniques, and/or other training.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting students with social-emotional needs and academic supports.
Experience working with students with Autism.
Experience or knowledge of Trauma-Informed Practices.

Responsibilities

Assist the teacher with planning, preparation, and delivery of instruction for students with diverse learning needs.
Supervise students and help maintain a safe, positive learning environment, including during classroom activities, recess, lunch, and bus transportation.
Under teacher direction, administer student tests, collect and maintain diagnostic and test data, update records, and assess student progress.
Monitor student behavior and progress and share observations with teachers and other professional staff.
Help implement strategies that address diverse student needs and support individual educational growth and achievement goals.
Provide clerical and classroom assistance, including data collection and entry, correspondence, copying, filing, and preparing classroom materials.
Provide first aid, medical assistance, physical support, and personal care for students who are ill, medically fragile, or disabled.
Assist students with feeding, toileting, lifting, positioning, adaptive equipment, and disability-related materials or assistive technology.
Track and dispense authorized student medications.
Perform crossing-guard duties before and after school and monitor students in the cafeteria and at recess, helping maintain a clean and orderly environment.
Participate in meetings and training to share information, improve skills and knowledge, implement school initiatives, and address student needs.
Comply with district policies, maintain a consistent presence at the assigned work site, and regularly work the specified hours.
Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisors.