Paraeducator IA; ECEAP - Pool

Edmonds School District is committed to workplace diversity and aims to attract and retain employees with the right skills, knowledge, and life experiences to meet the needs of each vacancy. We encourage individuals of different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to apply and seek those who actively embrace our equity-focused direction for the future. Whether you’re working in a classroom, driving a school bus, preparing lunches, or supporting one of the many operational and administrative functions, our goal is to create socially, emotionally and intellectually safe learning environments for each student, every day!

This position works collaboratively with lead instructors, classroom teachers, and staff in preschool classrooms or other learning environments. It assists with a variety of instructional support activities to promote social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic growth needed for kindergarten. It prepares educational materials and assists in implementing curriculum; communicates and collaborates with families, assesses student development; monitors students’ progress, behavior, and safety.

It performs routine clerical tasks to support teachers and other district staff.

3.25 - 6.5 hours per day, Mon.

-Thurs.;
Special Calendar (actual number of paid work days depends on start date and schedule).

This is a pool posting for numerous open positions. The status, work locations, work hours, and work schedules will be determined by the specific vacancy the applicant accepts.

Non-Exempt

$31.21 to $35.06 (hourly) (2025-26 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)

Para educator Level IA - Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP)

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent
• In addition, a para educator must meet one of the following:
• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university
• Completed an apprenticeship as a para educator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
• Received a passing score on one of the following PESB approved assessments:
• ETS Para Pro Assessment
• Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
• Master Teacher Inc. Para educator Online Training Program
• In addition, ECEAP Paraeducators must meet one of the following qualifications:
• 1) have the equivalent of 12 college quarter credits in early childhood education;
• 2) hold an initial or higher Washington State Early Childhood Education Certificate;
• 3) hold a current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential awarded by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition.

• Possession of valid First Aid and CPR Certifications or ability to acquire depending on job assignment.
• Possession of Food Handler permit within 90 days of hire.
• Certification of de-escalation and physical restraint training is required for all employees who work in a self-contained classroom.
• Complete a background clearance check, in accordance to WAC
• Provide proof of tuberculosis (TB) testing or treatment in accordance to WAC (3).
• Provide proof of measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) immunization or proof of immunity in accordance RCW .
• Must complete two full days (14 hours) of FCS Training. This in-person training is mandatory for all para educators.

• Previous experience working with students in an educational setting and/or evidence of an interest in supporting learning experiences.
• Experience working with students with physical or cognitive disabilities and/or behavior challenges or social/emotional issues desirable.
• Training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSAs/FSAs
• Life & AD+D Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plans (DRS)
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• 403(b) Plans
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