Paraeducator II - VOICE Program Job Lynnwood area,Washington USA,Education / Teaching

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Openings as of 8/19/2026

Para educator II - VOICE Program

Date Posted: 8/11/2026
Location:

Scriber Lake High School
Closing Date: 08/20/2026

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!

Position

Information

The Para educator II assists certificated staff in delivering instructional programs by working in specialized areas such as: computer lab, deaf and hard of hearing (DHH), vocational education, case management and/or intervention. This position adapts and implements educational materials to students' specialized needs. The Para educator II position monitors students' progress, behavior, and safety. Additionally, this position performs a variety of routine clerical and office tasks supporting teachers and other district staff.

Shift Details: 6.0 hours a day / Monday - Thursday; 181day calendar

Non-Continuing Position: This position is non-continuing for the school year only. Typically, non-continuing assignments fill a variety of temporary vacancies to help the school district meet a short-term work demand. This work assignment expires on the end date of employment and there is no reasonable assurance for work after the end date. An employee's total work hours and the designated beginning and ending times may vary.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Hourly Rate: $33.00 - $36.91 (hourly)(2026-27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)

Position Type: Para educator Level ll

* * Successful candidates are required to complete mandatory, in-person training/orientation prior to their official start date.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience:

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:

Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
Master Teacher Inc. Para educator Online Training Program

Licenses/Special Requirements

Possession of valid First Aid and CPR Certification.
Certification of de-escalation and physical restraint training is required for all employees who work in a self-contained classroom.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Benefits

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) provides access to health care services. Our benefits are provided to eligible positions through SEBB (School Employees Benefits Board). Eligibility for SEBB state health insurance coverage is determined by working 630 hours during the school year.

Eligibility for a state retirement plan through the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) is determined upon hire and is based on a variety of factors.

Below is a general description of benefits and other compensation to be offered for eligible employees:

Edmonds School District does not discriminate in any program or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed religion, color, national origin, age veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, 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.

Title IX Coordinator:
Rob Baumgartner, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, , baumgartnerrnet.edu
Section 504 Coordinator:
Jon Bell, Director Executive of Student Services, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, , bellj
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Civil Rights Compliance and ADA Coordinator:
Rob Baumgartner, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA…