Paraprofessional

Impact Public Schools

19d • $44,129 - $46,830 • Onsite

About The Position

Impact Public Schools is hiring a full-time, in-person Paraprofessional to support middle school students in grades 6–8 in Des Moines, Washington. This school-year, benefits-eligible position assists with instruction, behavior interventions, student safety, and daily living activities. The salary is $44,129–$46,830 annualized. The start date will be determined during the offer process. The role reports to the School Principal or their designee.

The Paraprofessional provides one-on-one or small-group support, implements individualized academic and behavior interventions, collects and analyzes progress data, and maintains records of intervention outcomes. The role also includes supervising students, supporting personal care and transitions, and helping maintain a safe and inclusive environment. The successful candidate values teamwork, rigorous and engaging instruction, ongoing input to improve students’ experiences, and the belief that every child can thrive and meet ambitious goals.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following paraeducator qualification pathways: hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college; have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; or have received a qualifying score on the ETS paraeducator assessment or completed an apprenticeship program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
• Have or obtain Crisis Prevention Institute training certification.
• Have or be eligible to obtain a food handler certification.
• Have or be eligible to obtain an academic transcript.
• Pass a fingerprint and background check as a condition of the offer.
• Complete SafeSchools trainings.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with youth ages 4–14.
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small-group support during classroom activities and implement behavior management strategies for students on the assigned caseload.
• Collect data on interventions to support continuous improvement of instruction and behavior plans.
• Maintain detailed records of interventions and outcomes, and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Provide behavioral, social-emotional, and academic interventions aligned with student support plans, including IEPs, Behavior Intervention Plans, and Tier 2 supports.
• Follow individualized plans, support academic skill development through targeted interventions and differentiated instruction, monitor progress, and collaborate with the team to adjust interventions.
• Supervise assigned students and help ensure their safety during instructional and non-instructional periods, transitions, lunchtime, and other activities.
• Support students with activities of daily living, including toileting and hygiene, as outlined in their support plans.
• Facilitate transitions between classes and activities and promote safe, inclusive play during recess.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
• Up to $10,500 in financial support toward a teacher certification preparation program.
• Access to the myFlexPay earned wage program for eligible employees.
• Medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability benefits.
• Retirement account with employer contributions.
• Free mental health support through the employee assistance program.
• Growth pathways for increased levels of leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree