Paraeducator I - 1:1 Resource Classroom Support

About the role

Works collaboratively with certificated staff in classrooms or other learning environments, assists with a variety of instructional support and student supervision duties; prepares educational materials; monitors students' progress, behavior, and safety. Performs routine clerical tasks to support teachers and other district staff.

Schedule

• 6.0 hours per day
• 181-day calendar
• Non-continuing position for the 2026–2027 school year only (expires at end date with no reasonable assurance of continued work)
• FLSA status: Non-Exempt
• Total work hours and designated start/end times may vary

Pay

Hourly rate: $29.61 – $33.52 (2026–27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must meet one of the following:
  • Associate degree or higher from an accredited college/university
  • 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college/university
  • Completed a paraeducator apprenticeship registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
  • Passing score on a PESB-approved assessment (ParaPathways Assessment, Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment, or Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program)
• Valid First Aid and CPR certifications, or willingness to acquire (depending on assignment)
• De-escalation and physical restraint training certification required for self-contained classroom assignments
• Successful candidates must complete mandatory in-person training/orientation prior to official start date

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with students in an educational setting and/or evidence of interest in supporting learning experiences
• Training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity

Benefits

Benefits provided through SEBB (School Employees Benefits Board) for eligible positions (eligibility determined by working 630 hours during the school year). Retirement plan eligibility through DRS determined upon hire.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSAs/FSAs
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plans (DRS)
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• 403(b) Plans