Paraeducator

College Place Public Schools Davis Elementary School – College Place, Washington

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College Place Public Schools Davis Elementary School – College Place, Washington

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Job : 5659428

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Applications are being accepted by the College Place School District for a Para educator assigned to Davis Elementary School, anticipated assignment is in the Title I program. This assignment is open for internal and external consideration at this time. Interested internal candidates will need to apply online by 4:00 pm on Thursday, April 23, 2026 to be considered prior to external candidate applicants.

Job Title: Para educator

Reports to: Assigned Building Principal

Bargaining Group: ESE

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Position: 7 hours per day, 190 days per school year (10 months)

Salary: $19.45‑$25.51 per hour (educational incentive available in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreement as negotiated)

Anticipated

Start Date:

08/17/2026

Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA/DCAP, Life/AD&D through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board); and Retirement through DRS (Department of Retirement Systems) for eligible employees

Additional Benefits: Optional 403(b) retirement plan;
Optional DCP (deferred compensation program) retirement plan

Leave: 9 sick days (pro‑rated for mid‑year hires), 10 paid holidays

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

The job of a Para educator is working with individual and/or groups of students under the supervision of a certificated staff member in supervising and instructing students and providing clerical support to teacher(s) and staff. Employees in this classification will receive a variety of assignments including classroom support, lunchroom, playground, and other duties as assigned.

• 18 years of age;
• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Meet the Washington State Para educator Minimum Employment requirements by showing evidence of one of the following:
  • Associate degree;
  • At least 72 quarter or 48 semester credits of 100 level courses or higher;
  • Pass the ETS Para-Pro Assessment with a score of 461 or higher. Applicable fees paid by applicant;
• Background check through Washington State Patrol, as required by RCW 43.43.830. Applicable fees paid by applicant;
• Completion of Safe Schools Web‑Based Training at hire and annually thereafter;
• Effective oral and written communication in the English language, including correct grammar and spelling usage;
• Ability to learn and apply new skills;
• Skills in organization and time management;
• Ability to show flexibility and good judgment;
• Ability to interact positively and confidentially with individuals from diverse linguistic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds;
• Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from certificated staff;
• Ability to maintain composure in high stress situations where students may exhibit aggression, non‑compliance, and other conduct problems;
• Willingness to complete training on restraint and/or de‑escalation as required for the position;
• Ability to work effectively and collegially with staff, community and students;
• Ability to walk, sit, squat, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and lift to attend to the physical needs of the students;
• Ability to lift up to approximately 40 pounds;
• Ability to carry up to 30 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds regularly.

Bilingual/biliterate in Spanish is considered helpful. District tests to verify skill levels.

• Administers tests, homework assignments, make‑up work, etc., for the purpose of supporting certificated staff in the instructional process.
• Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments (i.e., reading and math activities, etc.) for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching their academic goals and grade level standards, or IEP goals.
• Attends functions as assigned (e.g., meetings, in‑service presentations, trainings, etc.) for the…