Paraeducator - SpEd-LEEP

Position Type:
Classified/Paraeducator

Date Posted:
6/8/2026

Location:
Barnes Elementary

Closing Date:
Until Filled
Position: Para-SpEd-LEEP

Location: Barnes Elementary School

Position Details: 6.5 hrs/day, 8:30am to 3:30pm; 190 days/year.

Potential reduction hours due to Wednesday early release, early dismissals for parent conferences, holidays, and last day of school; reduction hours subject to change. Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district.

Pay Range: PSE 1 Salary Schedule

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance in accordance with the School Employee Benefits Board rules and regulations. Information about benefits offered can be found HERE . Paid time off and other benefits are offered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 found HERE.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• To assist the special education teacher in maintaining necessary records
• Undertake with the timely submission of IEPs and progress reports and documentation of provision of services related to an IEP
• Assist in daily hygiene activities, including personal care (toileting, grooming etc.) for students with disabilities, if needed
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, classroom, on school grounds and in the community as needed
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
• Must have regular and consistent attendance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students and the ability to set appropriate expectations for individual students
• Must possess valid first aid and CPR cards (or obtain upon employment) and be willing to keep cards current
• Must possess valid CPI training (or obtain upon employment)
• Previous experience or training in working with students with disabilities preferred
• Must have physical ability to lift, position and/or transfer students (with assistance as may be required) up to 21 years of age
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teachers, parents and students with disabilities
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and be able to project a positive, friendly and caring attitude toward others
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to participate in activities and responsibilities as assigned by the classroom teacher
• Demonstrated ability to work independently under the direction of the classroom teacher, while accepting direction and constructive criticism
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters appropriately and ethically
• Demonstrated ability to work with student records and data collection
• Ability to effectively supervise students in all school areas
• Willingness to participate in classroom team meetings, in-service offerings and local workshops
• Demonstrated ability to use proper grammar and spelling in written and oral communication and be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to use multiple communication systems such as email, computers, document readers, and smart boards
• Neat, clean personal appearance and personal traits that make him/her a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate for a professional and safe work environment

EDUCATION:

• Be at least eighteen years of age, hold a high school diploma and/or equivalent, AND must meet at least one of the following options:

1. hold an AA degree or higher from an accredited college or university; OR
2. have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits - all at a 100 level or above at an accredited college or university; OR
3. received a qualifying score on the Education Testing Service (ETS) paraeducator assessment OR
4. have completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council

• Must complete training on the Fundamental Course of Study within the timelines described in RCW 28A.413.070 in years that the program is funded by the legislature

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform all other duties as assigned

BARGAINING UNIT AFFILIATION:

• Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 (PSE 1)

RESPONSIBLE TO:

• School Principal/Director of Special Programs

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, 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 listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.


The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io


For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io.


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