Paraeducator IA - Office Support

Openings as of 7/15/2026 Paraeducator IA – Office Support – JobID: 4959 Date Posted: 7/8/2026 Closing Date: 07/28/2026 The Paraeducator IA works collaboratively with students/staff in an intensive learning support classroom, special education classrooms, Pre‑K classrooms, or other learning environments. This position assists with a variety of instructional support and supervision duties of students who have learning, communication, physical, behavioral, or emotional disabilities. Additionally, this position prepares educational materials, monitors academic progress, collects student data, and implements behavior plans. Shift Details: 1.5 hours a day; 183‑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. FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt. Hourly Rate: $31.21 to $35.06 (hourly) (2015‑26 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule). Position Type: Paraeducator Level IA. Education and Experience Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. In addition, a paraeducator must 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: Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment, Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program. Licenses and Special Requirements Possession of valid First Aid and CPR Certifications (or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment). Certification of de‑escalation and physical restraint training (or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment). Maintain training and use of proper physical transfer techniques, including use of the Hoyer lift. 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. Experience working with students with physical or cognitive disabilities and/or behavior challenges or social/emotional issues desirable. Training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity. Benefits The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) provides access to health care services. Benefits are provided to eligible positions through SEBB (School Employees Benefits Board). 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. Below is a general description of benefits and other compensation to be offered for eligible employees. How to Apply Complete all steps and submit an Employment Application through Edmonds School District on Applitrack.com. Please make sure to select the desired job vacancy in Step 4 of the application process. Due to the number of applications we receive, only candidates who are selected for further consideration will be contacted. A Complete Application Includes Cover Letter, Resume, 2 Letters of Recommendation, and 2 Confidential Reference Surveys (forms will be automatically emailed to your references). Only complete applications will be screened. Edmonds School District does not discriminate in any program or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Section 504 Coordinator: Jon Bell, Executive Director of Student Services, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Civil Rights Compliance and ADA Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Edmonds School District