Paraeducator - Deaf/Hard of Hearing
Job in
Federal Way, King County, Washington, 98003, USA
Listed on 2026-02-26
Listing for:
Federal Way Public Schools
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-02-26
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Type:
Para Educator (School Aide)/Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program
Date Posted:
2/23/2026
Location:
Sherwood Forest Elementary
Closing Date:
Upon Hire
Hours per Day:
6.5 Hours/Day;
Salary Range: $26.22-$28.89/hour DOE
Days of the Week:
Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday
Shift Times:
8:05 am-3:20 pm (7h 15m) Monday - Thursday
8:05 am-2:20 pm (6h 15m) Friday
Days per Year:
180
Additional Information:
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This is a one-on-one para educator position working with an individual scholar in the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Program at Sherwood Forest Elementary School.
Please review the position description, and application requirements for Paraeducators as outlined below.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The para educator in this position must be willing to work 1:1 with a deaf/hard of hearing (D/HH) student under the direction of a certified teacher, specialist or principal. The D/HH para educator's duties include assisting a D/HH student in a variety of educational settings including D/HH and mainstream classrooms under the supervision of the deaf and hard of hearing case manager. The type and degree of assistance, communication, and intervention will be directed by the D/HH case manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Assist with the implementation and evaluation of IEP goals and objectives.
* Assist in the daily instruction of the assigned student and other students in group activities.
* Assist in the planning of daily/weekly individual and group lessons based on IEP goals and objectives.
* Collect, analyze, and maintain data to modify IEP and help determine program effectiveness.
* Provide all staff with essential information to meet IEP goals and objectives.
* Assist in developing and implementing behavior plans for the student.
* Assist with the teaching of appropriate daily living skills, including personal hygiene, toileting, feeding, other self-help skills, communication, and classroom routines.
* Assist student with successful transitions such as arrival, dismissal, music, P.E., library, motor activities, lunch, and recess.
* Assist in transferring student, if in a wheelchair, from chair to floor and back, from chair to toilet and back or to special equipment (i.e., Stander, special chair, etc.) using either a Hoyer lift or 1 2 person lift.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
* Prepare classroom or instructional materials, as requested
* Perform instructional clerical tasks.
* Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers.
* Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Per Federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Regulations, new hires must have:
* High School Diploma or Equivalent,
* And one of the following:
* AA degree, OR
* 48 College-Level Semester Credits, OR
* 72 College-Level Quarter Credits, OR
* Pass the state approved Para Pro Assessment
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills
Experienced and/or training in language development as it relates to reading instruction, remediation, and assessment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing students
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
Pass a criminal background check
Complete the district's para educator core competency requirements
Possess and maintain Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) certificated course
Successfully complete the FWPS district-approved Right Response training at the advanced level at the next available time; maintain current certification at the advanced level through an annual recertification class
Possess and maintain American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR and first aid training
Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Individual education plans (IEPs)
Assistive listening equipment (personal hearing aids, cochlear implants, FM systems, sound field systems)
English grammar and spelling
Basic math
Positive behavior interventions
Right Response and de-escalation techniques
School Board Policies
ABILITY TO:
Use a sign language system in a non-interpretive manner at a conversational level
Assist with the monitoring and care of Assistive listening equipment (personal hearing aids, cochlear implants, FM systems, sound field systems)
Demonstrate basic knowledge of modern technology and willingness and ability to increase knowledge to proficiency
Work independently and work collaboratively with others fostering a team approach whenever appropriate.
Maintain a good work attendance record, be punctual, and follow District procedures for reporting all absences.
Demonstrate enthusiasm, flexibility and a commitment to students.
Practice effective safety and security…
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