Substitute Paraeducator

Position: Substitute Para educator 2025-2026 School Year
Position Type:

Classified Substitute/Para educator

Date Posted:

7/21/2025

Location:

Undesignated

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Pay Range: PSE 1 Salary Schedule
* Substitutes subbing in PSE 1 positions will be paid at Step 1 of Schedule A appropriate for the position being subbed.
* EDUCATION

High school diploma and/or recognized equivalent or prior job related experience; AND, must meet at least one of the following options per ESEA regulations: (1) hold an AA degree; OR (2) have completed at least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher learning (72 quarter hrs or 48 semester hrs - all at a 100 level or above);

OR (3) successfully pass the Parapro Assessment (all 6 areas) developed by the Educational Testing Service (ETS); OR (4) other areas as they become defined

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* Demonstrated ability to get along well with students and faculty

* Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise students in all school areas

* Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students and the ability to set appropriate expectations for individual students

* Ability to uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures

* Demonstrated ability to work with individual students and small groups of students on planning appropriate behavior

* Previous experience or training working with students preferred

* Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with parents and a variety of staff members

* Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and be able to project a positive, friendly and caring attitude toward others

* Ability to handle confidential matters appropriately and ethically

* Ability to work with records and charting

* Ability and willingness to participate in activities and responsibilities as assigned by classroom teacher

* Ability to efficiently operate common office equipment such as typewriter, copier, calculator, computer, etc.

* Willingness to take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

* Demonstrated ability to perform general office procedures

* Must be a "self-motivator" toward assigned duties

* Willingness to participate in in-service offerings and local workshops

* Ability to accept directions and criticism

* Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written work and be proficient in mathematics

* Neat, clean personal appearance and traits that make him/her a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate to promote a professional and safe work environment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* To work with individuals and/or groups of students on assigned tasks and in the implementation of the educational program

* Maintain records and produce instructional materials as directed

* Supervise students in the classroom, on the playground, and in the cafeteria as needed

* Assist staff and students as directed

* Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies

OTHER FUNCTIONS

* Perform all other responsibilities as assigned

RESPONSIBLE TO

* School Principal

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; holly.budge, ; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; gunnar.guttormsen,

For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact:
Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director;
Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; melissa.boudreau, ; or Mara Rinker, Registrar;
Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; mara.rinker, .

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