Special Education Paraeducator

Educational Service District 112•Waterville SD, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Education Paraeducator supports and assists students with disabilities in a variety of school settings, working under the direction of the Special Education Teacher and consistent with students’ individual education plans (IEPs) or individual family service plans (IFSPs). The role assists with lesson preparation, one-on-one and small-group instruction, classroom management, student observation and assessment, and communication with parents and staff. This position serves Waterville School District, is scheduled for 30 hours per week during the school year, and starts December 15, 2026. The full salary range is $21.82–$26.99 per hour; offers are made at the beginning of the range. The role also involves supervising students, collecting and maintaining progress data, providing positive behavior support, and attending to students’ physical needs, including moving and positioning them and assisting with personal hygiene. The Paraeducator participates in education-team activities, meetings, in-service programs, workshops, and seminars, and may attend parent conferences. Regular and reliable attendance is required. Work takes place in classroom settings, may involve moving between classrooms, and includes travel within the ESD 112 region for meetings and trainings.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet one of the following educational requirements: an associate degree; 48 semester or 72 quarter credits from an accredited college or university; a passing score of 455 on the ParaPro Assessment; a passing score of 220 on the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment; or 65% on The Master Teacher, Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.
Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.
Within three years of employment, meet Washington State Core Competencies for paraeducators as defined in WAC 392-172A-02090 (f).
Regular attendance during the assigned work schedule.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually and over 35 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a special education classroom setting.
Knowledge of programs and services for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Assist the Special Education Teacher with lesson plan preparation, one-on-one and small-group instruction, classroom management, student observation and assessment, and communication with parents and staff, consistent with IEP or IFSP goals.
Supervise students.
Collect data and report student progress.
Maintain accurate data collection records.
Communicate with staff and parents as instructed by the Special Education Teacher.
Provide positive behavior management support consistent with the IEP or IFSP.
Attend to students’ physical needs, including moving and positioning students and assisting with personal hygiene needs.
Participate in staff meetings, in-service programs, workshops, and seminars.
Participate as a member of the education team.
May attend parent conferences.
Maintain regular attendance to carry out position duties and responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.