Paraeducator II - 1:1 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program (2 positions)

About the role

The Paraeducator II assists certificated staff in delivering instructional programs by working in specialized areas such as computer lab, deaf and hard of hearing (DHH), vocational education, case management, and/or intervention. This position adapts and implements educational materials to students' specialized needs, monitors students' progress, behavior, and safety, and performs a variety of routine clerical and office tasks supporting teachers and other district staff. This is a non‑continuing position for the 2026‑2027 school year only. FLSA status: Non‑Exempt.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated staff in instructional programs
• Work in specialized areas: computer lab, DHH, vocational education, case management, intervention
• Adapt and implement educational materials to meet students' specialized needs
• Monitor students' progress, behavior, and safety
• Perform routine clerical and office tasks supporting teachers and district staff

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or 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 a paraeducator apprenticeship registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
  • Received a passing score on one of the PESB‑approved assessments: ParaPathways Assessment, Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment, Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program
• Possess valid First Aid and CPR certification
• Hold certification in de‑escalation and physical restraint training (required for work in self‑contained classrooms)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with students in an educational setting or evidence of interest in supporting learning experiences
• Experience working with students with physical or cognitive disabilities, behavior challenges, or social/emotional issues
• Training with cultural, ethnic, and language diversity
• ASL fluency preferred

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

Pay

Hourly rate: $33.00 to $36.91 (2026‑27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule).

Schedule

Shift: 5.55 to 6.50 hours per day, 181‑day calendar.