Paraeducator Specialized Instruction- Temporary Position @ FWE

Para educator – 1:1 (Specialized Instruction) – Temporary Position #1675

Location: Frank Wagner Elementary

Starting Date: Sep 14, 2026

Days per year: 20 day TEMP

Hours per day: 6.5

Shift time: 8:40 – 3:40

Salary: $28.53 to $33.13 per hour

Position Type: Part‑time

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Under supervision, perform a variety of instructional activities, assist in promoting student learning, perform routine and supportive tasks for instructional personnel, and complete other related work as required within a collaborative team.

• One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi‑age groups of children.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or coursework in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field.

• 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 of college with 72 college credits accrued.
  • Have passed the OSPI approved test.
  • Completion of an approved apprenticeship program.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certification.
• CPI‑certification for specified positions, including Positive Behavior Support (PBS), Structured Learning Center (SLC), and some 1:1 student support positions.
• 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 of:

• Basic concepts of child growth development and developmental behavior characteristics for students from preschool through age 21, including special learning needs and English language needs.
• Student behavior management strategies and techniques such as PBIS and Trauma‑Informed Practices.
• Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
• Basic arithmetic concepts.
• Routine record management, storage, and retrieval procedures.

Ability to:

• Demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age, ability, and cultural backgrounds.
• Model appropriate behavior.
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Perform routine tasks and operate a variety of educational and office‑related equipment and technology.
• Apply instructional materials and procedures to enhance a positive educational environment.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults.
• Follow specific student educational plans with fidelity.
• Manage and guide student behavior.
• Perform the physical requirements of the position.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information and records.
• Be flexible with schedule, including duties, responsibilities, staff meetings, and training.

• Assist instructional personnel with presentation of learning materials and delivery of instructional programs.
• Work with students with a wide range of physical, mental, social, and behavioral disabilities.
• Tutor individual students and small groups to reinforce and follow up learning activities.
• Monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities per the instructional program and/or individual student learning plan.
• Direct students into safe learning activities and maintain rule of conduct.
• Assist with remediation of specific learning problems and conditions.
• Manage student behavior through positive strategies and collaborate on behavior plans.
• Prepare instructional materials and learning aids for individual or small groups.
• Provide support for students requiring catheterization, toileting, diapering, dressing, and feeding.
• Perform routine first aid for students experiencing seizures or respiratory distress.
• Maintain confidential student records and files.
• Assist…