Paraeducator - SLPA

Northshore School District 417 SORENSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTR - BOTHELL, Washington Open in Google Maps

Northshore School District 417 SORENSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTR - BOTHELL, Washington Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5451800

Final date to receive applications: Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jan 12, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), this position assists students who have an IEP involving communication. This position assists the Head Start teacher in providing developmentally appropriate instruction to three to five year-olds enrolled in the District’s Head Start Program, utilizing the district adopted curriculum.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in consultation with the employee(s) involved. Duties may vary from position-to-position or school-to-school based on the employee(s) specific assignment and program configuration.

• Assists with implementing IEP goals for individual or small groups of students who have communication needs, including articulation, as developed by the SLP
• May assist students in their general education classes. Provides individual speech and language therapy.
• Directs small group activities; leads lessons at the direction of the SLP, adapting lessons to meet specific student instructional needs and goals; assists with preparation of instructional materials; records classroom and IEP data and provides feedback to SLP and classroom teachers on student progress; and consults with the SLP on IEP goals.
• Assists with student behavior management and social skills; corrects or redirects inappropriate student behavior consistent with student behavior plans and best practices; ensures student safety at all times.
• Works as a member of the IEP team. Serves as a liaison between students, teachers, parents and other building staff. May participate in parent conferences or as a member of the IEP team.
• May attend staff meetings and professional development courses.
• Assists students using technology, including communication devices; understands classroom technology and helps troubleshoot student technology issues.
• Acts as a role model for students and actively listens to their needs.
• Perform other, related duties consistent with the job description and employee assignment

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the building principal and the SLPs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a classroom environment; students in these classrooms may have cognitive, physical and/or behavior disabilities that may present significant work challenges for the para educator. May experience frequent interruptions; may be required to deal with distraught or upset students. May be required to travel between schools. The position involves frequent walking, sitting, grasping, handling and manual dexterity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school graduation or equivalent with three years of experience working with preschool-aged students preferred. Fluent knowledge of written and conversational.

Must meet the minimum para educator requirements as defined by the state.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Willingness to learn about special education student disabilities, terms and special needs equipment used;
Willingness to learn about classroom management techniques; ability to work cooperatively with teachers and enjoy interacting with children; knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and English usage; ability to read, write, speak, and compute effectively; ability to work independently, ability to operate computers and learn specific software; ability to be accepting of students with disabilities; demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills; ability to maintain confidential information;

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