Paraeducator I - Resource 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 hours a day
• 181 day calendar
• Non-continuing position for the 2026–2027 school year only; assignment expires on the end date of employment

Pay

• Hourly rate: $29.61 to $33.52 (2026–27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)
• FLSA status: Non-exempt

Requirements

• At least eighteen years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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
  • Completion of a paraeducator apprenticeship registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
  • Passing score on one of the following PESB-approved assessments:
    • ETS ParaPro Assessment
    • Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
    • Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program
• 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 self-contained classrooms
• Completion of mandatory, in-person training/orientation prior to start date

Preferred Qualifications

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance through SEBB
• HSAs/FSAs
• Life & AD+D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and personal leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension plans through DRS
• Deferred compensation plans and 403(b) plans