Paraeducator Pool - Secondary Special Education

The pool posting is so applicants who are interested in working at the secondary level in a special education classroom for the 2026-27 school year can start and complete an online application. As soon as positions are posted for specific programs and locations, you will receive an email so that you can attach your application to specific positions that you would like to be considered.

The academic core program (ACP) is for students with identified disabilities who demonstrate primary learning needs in the academic domain. The para educator's duties will include assisting with special education students ranging in one-on-one to small group activities under the supervision of the certified teacher/specialist. The employee will assist with a variety of instructional clerical tasks. The employee may be working in an inclusion model.

Resource Support Programs (RSP) are provided to students with identified disabilities who demonstrate an increased need in one or more academic domains. The para educator's duties will include assisting with special education students ranging in one-on-one to small group instructional activities, under the supervision of the certificated teacher/specialist. Other duties will include assisting with a variety of clerical tasks and the supervision of students assigned.

The functional core program (FCP) is for students with identified disabilities who demonstrate primary learning needs in the functional life skills domain. This position requires the para educator to work under the direction of a certificated teacher. Duties include instructional and non-instructional activities for special education students. The para educator's role is to assist students with learning and health care needs such as feeding, tube feeding, toileting, catheterization, and lifting.

This position may also require the para educator to work with students who have behavior problems.

• Education and Experience
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • And one of the following:
    • AA degree, OR
    • High school diploma (or equivalent) and 48 college-level semester credits or 72 college-level quarter credits, OR
    • High school diploma (or equivalent) and pass the state approved para educator assessment test
• Additional Requirements
  • Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills
  • Experienced and/or training in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment

• Pass a criminal background check
• Washington State driver's license
• Possess and maintain Type II driver's license
• 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
• Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

• Individual education plans (IEPs)
• English grammar and spelling
• Basic math
• Positive behavior interventions
• Right Response and de-escalation techniques
• School Board Policies

• 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 within individual work routines
• Develop and maintain positive relations with staff and service providers
• Follow written and verbal directions with minimal supervision
• Speak, read and follow written communications in English
• Perform basic spelling, math and grammar skills
• Demonstrate the desire, skill and patience to work with students with special emotional, academic and social needs, which may include violent behavior
• Demonstrate a caring attitude and establish an environment that…