IEP , Instructional Paraeducator; Buildings

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Job : 5794066

Final date to receive applications: Oct 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Oct 19, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 18, 2026

IEP Support, Instructional Para educator (IP)* ** (Several Positions Available)

* Assignment may include:
After-School Detention (ASD), Alternative Learning Experience (ALE), Bus Supervision (a.m./p.m.), Categorical Programs (LAP/Title), Community Transitions, General Classroom, IEP Support, In-School Intervention (ISI), Library, Locker Room Supervision, Lunch/Recess Supervision, Office Support, PE, Preschool, Resource Room

7 hours per day;
Start/end times dependent on building location and student need between the hours of 7:20 a.m.

-4:00 p.m.;
Monday-Friday;
School Year

School Buildings/Student Support Services

* Student Support Services reserves the right to adjust location based on department and student need.

Building Principal(s);
Department Director(s)

Classified, Ongoing

$18.94-$23.88/hour
** depending on comparable experience;
Pay is annualized over 12 months (if hired after start of school year, spread over remaining months of fiscal year (Sept-Aug))

** Some assignments include an additional $1.00/hour for hygiene-related duties – see specific absence within substitute system for details

For para educator positions only:

• $1.00/hour additional pay for positions assigned student hygiene duties as a regularly-scheduled part of daily duties

*** Degrees eligible for a salary enhancement as follows, regardless of degree program or position with the district(cannot be stacked in the case of multiple degrees (highest degree stipend will be applied))

• AA, BA, MA degree, or PhD, adds $0.50/hour, $1.00/hour, $1.50/hour, $2.00/hour, respectively***

Medical , dental , vision , and basic life and AD&D insurance ; retirement plan ; deferred compensation ( DRS and TSA ); paid holidays ; paid leave

High school diploma or equivalent****;
Passing score (455) on state-approved Para educator Assessment, OR hold AA degree or higher OR have earned 72 quarter or 48 semester credits with college-level courses (100 level or higher)*****;
Current first aid/CPR card (training may be provided by District); WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance

**** Documentation will be required upon hire

***** Documentation should be submitted during application process

These positions are assigned by Student Support Services and provide IEP-designated support to specific students.

Paraeducators are an integral part of the learning and teaching team. Under the direction of the principal or designee, para educators assist with multiple levels of support in schools. The instructional para educator assists in providing instruction to and supervision of students in a variety of settings. These settings include, but are not limited to: cafeterias/eating areas, classrooms, playground/recess, crosswalks, hallways, and bus/loading areas.

ALE are non-traditional learning environments that provide expanded learning opportunities for students. ASD/ISI provides a safe and focused educational environment for students while they are assigned after-school detention or are removed from the regular classroom, respectively. Community Transitions provides life skills and workplace training support to students ages 18-21. IEP Support para educators provide services to a specific student or program as defined within the IEP.

LAP/Title provides targeted assistance to students with specific academic needs. Preschool para educators foster learning through intentional play, exploration and language-rich environments. Resource Room supports and delivers systematic instruction designed by special education teacher. The instructional para educator may also perform clerical and office tasks in support of teachers and other district staff.

• Support implementation of teacher designed instructional activities and classroom routines
• Conduct teacher/therapist-designed instructional experiences
• Work with individual and small groups of students
• Supervise, model, and teach expected behaviors across educational settings, including classrooms, lunchroom, playground, hallways, etc.
• Implement individual and school wide behavior support…