Para - SPED 1:1 - 20275105

Clover Park School District • Lakewood, WA

13h • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Paraeducator II provides individual support to assigned K–12 students with unique needs, including significant emotional, behavioral, and/or physical disabilities. Working under the general direction of the building administrator and the specific direction of the special education teacher, the paraeducator helps students acquire special education program goals and objectives that cannot be met through individual accommodations alone. Assignments may be at the elementary or secondary level.

Duties may include instruction, behavior management, preparing student materials, and personal care such as lifting, toileting, washing, medical intervention, and feeding. The work is performed in regular school buildings throughout the district and may involve physically demanding situations, exposure to loud noises, weather conditions, cleaning materials, and potentially infectious materials.

The position is classified as non-exempt and is affiliated with ESPCP. The work year is 191 days. The listed schedule is 6.75 hours per day, 7:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.; shifts are subject to change. The hourly wage range is $29.23–$32.73.

Requirements

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent (GED), and one of the following: a passing score on an assessment approved by the Professional Educator Standards Board; an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; at least 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university; or completion of a paraeducator apprenticeship registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
• Two years of successful work experience with special education students.
• For approved assessments, meet the applicable passing requirements: EST ParaPathways Reading and Writing score of at least 324 and Mathematics score of at least 325; ETS ParaPro score of at least 455 prior to August 31, 2026; Pearson Paraprofessional score of at least 220; or Master Teacher Inc. score of at least 65%. A passing score on each of the two assessments is required for certification.
• Knowledge of classroom and behavior management techniques, special education terminology, lifting, toileting and feeding techniques, restraint techniques, and verbal de-escalation.
• Ability to work independently and learn operations, procedures, processes, and equipment use independently.
• Skill in handling, storing, and transmitting confidential information in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and knowledge of proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to communicate and interact clearly, concisely, courteously, and respectfully with students, parents, guardians, volunteers, teachers, and other staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to adjust to new and different working conditions.
• Ability to learn and implement medical intervention techniques under the direction of a knowledgeable professional.
• Fingerprinting and background check.
• Current First Aid and CPR card.
• Complete the district-provided Fundamental Course of Study (FCS), except for the listed exempt paraeducator positions.
• Complete Right Response training within 90 days of hire.
• For positions located on Joint Base Lewis-McChord only, obtain and maintain installation access in compliance with the REAL ID Act and applicable requirements.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods and use fingers, hands, and arms; tolerate loud noises and physically demanding situations; lift and/or move 25 to 50 pounds; and bend, stretch, twist, or reach when required to intervene in student safety issues.

Nice To Haves

• College credits with a major in education, psychology, counseling, behavior intervention, or social work.
• Three or more years of special education paraeducator experience in a public-school setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with hygiene and personal care, including suctioning, lifting, toileting, washing, and feeding, including G-tube feeding.
• Prepare and administer interventions and medication under the direction of a knowledgeable professional.
• Assist students with transportation and accompany them during transition activities.
• Help manage students who are severely emotionally disturbed and/or dangerous.
• Assist with preparing for and implementing behavior management techniques, educational and vocational instruction, and vocational placement programs.
• Assist the classroom teacher with IEP preparation and monitor due-process timelines for reevaluations and IEPs under the special education teacher’s guidance.
• Provide incidental instruction to individuals or groups while remaining primarily responsible for assigned students under the special education teacher’s direction.
• Administer assessment instruments or assist the special education teacher with their administration.
• Prepare student, teacher, and parent materials by typing, hand drawing, reproducing, and collating.
• Maintain the class during the special education teacher’s absence.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, on and off the bus, assemblies, and movement to other building locations.
• Use a personal computer or laptop for data entry and correspondence or reports; operate copiers, fax machines, other office machines, and assistive technology devices used by students.
• Maintain student records and files under the special education teacher’s direction, including FTE counts, month-end reports, schedules, attendance records, and graduation credits and requirements.
• Monitor three-year evaluations for state compliance, as needed.
• Assist with profile development for education and vocational planning, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and basic life insurance.
• Eligible employees are required to be members of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan.
• Employees may participate in tax-deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan savings programs.

What This Job Offers

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