Paraeducator - General Instruction @ PPM

Position: Para educator - General Instruction @ PPM #1606
Prior to applying for a para educator position you must meet the following requirements:

Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent AND

* Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, OR

* Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university, OR

* Completed an apprenticeship as a para educator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council, OR

* Received a passing score on one of the PESB approved assessments (see Monroe SD employment information page for more information)

Location:

Park Place Middle School

Anticipated start date:

2/17/26

Days per year:

180

Hours per day:

6.25

Shift time:

8:00-2:45

Position Info:

* Current PSE members must apply within 5 days to be guaranteed consideration for position.

* The screening of applications will begin on February 19, 2026.

Benefit Info:

* * Benefits offered:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription (SEBB)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Sick, personal, and bereavement leave
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (VEBA)
• Employee Assistance Program.
* Optional Benefits:
• Additional life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Deferred compensation
• Annuities (403(b), Roth)
• Medical flexible spending arrangement
• Limited purpose flexible spending arrangement
• Dependent care assistance program

TITLE Para educator - Instructional

REPORTS TO Building Principal

POSITION SUMMARY

Under supervision, perform a variety of instructional activities; assist in the conduct of student learning experiences; perform routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; and complete other related work as required.

Preferred

Education and Experience

A combination of training and experience qualifies a candidate for knowledge and skill requirements. A typical way to obtain required knowledge and skills is:

* Experience:

* One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi-age groups of children

* Education:

* Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or coursework in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field

Special Requirements

Candidates must meet the requirements set forth in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) by satisfying one of the following criteria:

* Hold an AA or higher degree from a college or university

* Have completed at least two years college with 72 college credits accrued

* Have passed the OSPI approved test

* Completion of approved apprenticeship program

* Candidates must also meet the following requirements:

* First Aid, CPR and AED certification

* Completion of all state required para educator certifications

* Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance

* I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act

* HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date - District provided)

* Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date - District provided)

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Knowledge of:

* Basic concepts of child growth, development, and developmental behavior characteristics pertaining to students in grades pre-school through age 21 including students with special learning needs and English language needs

* Student behavior management strategies and techniques

* Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar

* Basic arithmetical concepts

* Routine record management, storage, and retrieval systems and procedure

Ability to:

* Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English

* Demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age, ability and cultural backgrounds

* Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment

* Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment

* Understand and carry out oral and written directions

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