Para - SPED 1:1 - 20274441

Clover Park School District • Lakewood, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Paraeducator II provides individual support to students in grades K–12 with 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 assigned students work toward special education program goals and objectives that cannot be met through individual accommodations alone. Assignments may be at the elementary or secondary level and may involve supporting one or more students.

The role may include instruction, behavior management, preparation of student materials, and primary care such as lifting, toileting, washing, medical intervention, and feeding. Work is performed in regular school buildings throughout the district. The stated schedule is 6.75 hours per day, 191 days per year, with a shift of 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The hourly wage range is $29.23–$32.73.

Requirements

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent (GED).
• Meet at least one qualification option: pass an assessment approved by the Professional Educator Standards Board; hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; have at least 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university; or complete 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 stated passing score for the selected test: EST ParaPathways Reading and Writing subtest score of at least 324 and Mathematics subtest score of at least 325; ETS ParaPro score of at least 455 before 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 uses 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, families, 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; First Aid and CPR card.
• Complete the district-provided Fundamental Course of Study (FCS), unless the position is one of the listed exclusions: Bus Para, In School Suspension Para, Library Para, or Preschool Para.
• Complete Right Response training within 90 days of hire.
• For positions located on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, ability to obtain and maintain access in compliance with the REAL ID Act and applicable installation access requirements.

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 transitions.
• Help manage high-risk students who are severely emotionally disturbed and/or dangerous.
• Help prepare for and implement 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 students individually or in groups while remaining primarily responsible for assigned students under the special education teacher’s direction.
• Administer assessment instruments or assist the special education teacher in doing so.
• Prepare student, teacher, and parent materials, including typing, hand drawing, reproducing, and collating materials.
• Maintain the class during the special education teacher’s absence.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, bus activities, assemblies, and movement to other building locations.
• Use computers, office equipment, and assistive technology devices used by students; enter data and produce correspondence and reports.
• Maintain student records and files under the special education teacher’s direction, including FTE counts, month-end reports, schedules, attendance, credits earned, and graduation requirements.
• May monitor three-year evaluations for state compliance and assist with education and vocation profile development.
• 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 participate in 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