Paraeducator I - Kindergarten Classroom and Lunch Supervisory Duties

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

Shift Details: 3.0 hours per day; 181 day calendar. Continuing Position: Employees have reasonable assurance of continued employment to the following school year. However, an employee's total work hours, work locations, and the designated beginning and ending times may vary.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $29.61 to $33.52 (hourly) (2026-27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)

Benefits

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 and is based on a variety of factors.

• 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

Required Qualifications

• At least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Meet one of the following:
  • Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university
  • Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university
  • Completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
  • Received a passing score on one of the following PESB approved assessments: ParaPathways Assessment, Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment, Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program
• Possession of valid First Aid and CPR Certifications or willingness to acquire depending on job assignment
• Certification of de-escalation and physical restraint training is required for all employees who work in a self-contained classroom
• Successful candidates are required to complete mandatory, in-person training/orientation prior to their 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