Paraeducator - Behavior Support; Specialized Instruction FRE

Starting Date: Immediately

Prior to applying for aparaeducator 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:

Fryelands Elementary

Anticipated start date:

11/23/26

Days per year:

180

6.5

8:30 - 3:30

Position Info:

• Employees accepting positions in this category are not eligible to transfer to instructional or non-instructional para positions for two (2) years from the date the assignment begins.
• Current PSE members must apply within 5 days to be guaranteed consideration for position.

Job Info:

• Screening of applications will begin on November 12, 2026.
• * 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 – Specialized Instructional – Behavior Support

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. This position will support the behavioral, emotional, and academic needs of students and the building.

Preferred Education and Experience

A combination of training and experience qualifies a candidate for knowledge and skill requirements. A typical way to obtain the 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 of college with 72 college credits accrued
• Have passed the PESB-approved test
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship program

Candidates must also meet the following requirements:

• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification
• CPI-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…