Paraeducator -1:1 Achieve: Special Education (2026-27)

About the role

The Paraeducator (Special Education) position is responsible for providing support to students with special needs in a classroom setting. This includes assisting with daily activities, implementing behavior intervention plans, and working collaboratively with teachers and other staff.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special education needs in the classroom
• Implement behavior intervention plans as outlined in the Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan
• Work collaboratively with teachers, other paraeducators, and support staff to ensure the best possible learning environment for students
• Assist with daily activities such as meal times, bathroom breaks, and transitions between activities

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with individuals with special needs is preferred but not required
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License
• Passing score on the Washington State Paraeducator Competency Exam

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of special education principles and practices

Benefits

All K-12 school districts, educational service districts, and charter schools participating in the Washington State Health Care Authority's SEBB Program provide comprehensive health care and other benefits for eligible school employees. For more information, please visit the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) Information page. Additional job-related benefits, including retirement information and collective bargaining agreements, are available on the Everett Public Schools website.

Pay

Salary schedule: 6.5 hours per day, 195 days per year

Schedule

Salary schedule: 6.5 hours per day, 195 days per year

Contact Information

For questions regarding discrimination, contact:

• Title IX/Civil Rights Compliance Officer and ADA Coordinator: Shawn Bryant
• Phone: 425-385-4117
• Email: SBryant@everettsd.org

• Section 504 Coordinator: Dave Peters
• Phone: 425-385-4063
• Email: DPeters@everettsd.org

• Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Joi Odom Grant
• Phone: 425-385-4137
• Email: JGrant@everettsd.org