Paraeducator I - Basic Resource Support
About the role
Edmonds School District is committed to workplace diversity and aims to attract and retain employees with the right skills, knowledge, and life experiences to meet the needs of each vacancy. The district encourages individuals of different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to apply and seeks those who actively embrace its equity‑focused direction for the future. Whether working in a classroom, driving a school bus, preparing lunches, or supporting operational and administrative functions, the goal is to create socially, emotionally, and intellectually safe learning environments for each student, every day.
Responsibilities
- 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
Shift Details: 2.0 hours per day; 181‑day calendar. This is a non‑continuing position for the 2026‑2027 school year only, filling temporary vacancies to meet short‑term work demand. The assignment expires on the end date of employment with no reasonable assurance of work thereafter. Employee work hours and designated start/end times may vary. FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt.
Pay
Hourly Rate: $29.61 – $33.52 (hourly) (2026‑27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule). Position Type: Paraeducator Level I.
Benefits
- 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
Eligibility for SEBB state health insurance coverage is determined by working 630 hours during the school year. Eligibility for a state retirement plan through the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) is determined upon hire based on various factors. For more information about insurance benefits, visit the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) webpage.
Required Qualifications
- At least eighteen years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Meet one of the following:
- Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university
- 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university
- Completed a paraeducator apprenticeship registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
- Passing score on one of the PESB‑approved assessments: ParaPathways Assessment, Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment, or Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program
- Possession of valid First Aid and CPR certifications (or willingness to acquire depending on assignment)
- Certification of de‑escalation and physical restraint training required for employees working in a self‑contained classroom
- 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 an interest in supporting learning experiences
- Training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity