Paraeducator IB / 1:1 Intensive Support (Program Paraeducator)

About the role

The Paraeducator IB works collaboratively with students and staff in intensive learning support classrooms, special education settings, or other K‑12 learning environments. This is a non‑continuing position for the 2026‑2027 school year only, supporting temporary vacancies to meet short‑term district needs. The role is non‑exempt hourly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional support and supervision of students who have learning, communication, physical, behavioral, or emotional disabilities.
• Prepare educational materials.
• Monitor academic progress and collect student data.
• Implement behavior plans.
• Work in IS, ISES, ILS, and DK settings (as assigned).

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet one of the following: associate degree or higher; 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100‑level or higher; completed a Washington State‑registered paraeducator apprenticeship; or passing score on an approved PESB assessment (ParaPathways, Pearson Paraprofessional, Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training).
• Maintain valid First Aid and CPR certification (obtainable within 1 year of hire).
• Maintain de‑escalation and physical restraint training certification (obtainable within 6 months).
• Maintain Special Education Subject Matter Certificate (obtainable within 2 years).
• Maintain training and use of proper physical transfer techniques, including Hoyer lift.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in an educational setting or demonstrated interest in supporting learning.
• Experience working with students with physical or cognitive disabilities, behavior challenges, or social/emotional issues.
• Training in cultural, ethnic, and language diversity.

Benefits

• Access to Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) services via SEBB.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSAs/FSAs.
• Life & AD&D insurance.
• Long‑term disability.
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and personal leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pension plans (DRS), deferred compensation, 403(b) plans.

Pay

Hourly rate: $32.76 – $36.67 (2026‑27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule).

Schedule

6.0 hours per day; 181‑day calendar (non‑continuing position for the 2026‑2027 school year).