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School Support Paraeducator
Job in
Puyallup, Pierce County, Washington, 98374, USA
Listed on 2026-06-26
Listing for:
Puyallup School District
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support, Education Administration, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Posting: AP7608
Location: Pope Elementary
Position: School Support Para educator
Rate: PESPA Level 2
Hours: 30 minutes per day
Schedule: Monday-Friday 3:45PM-4:15PM - PM crossing guard
Calendar: 191-Day
Notes: THIS POSTING IS FOR THE 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR
Minimum Para educator Employment RequirementsTo be eligible for employment, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Additionally, candidates must fulfill ONE of the following conditions:
- Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
- Earn 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university.
- Score 455 or higher on the Para Pro Assessment (ETS).
- Score 220 or higher on the Pearson Paraprofessional assessment (not administered by PSD).
- Score 65% or higher on The Master Teacher Inc. Para educator Online Training Program (not administered by PSD).
- Complete an apprenticeship as a para educator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
Candidates must upload documentation verifying that they meet the stated requirements to be considered for employment. This includes providing a copy of an official college transcript or a passing score in one of the following assessments:
- Education Testing Service Para Pro Assessment
- Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
- Master Teacher Inc. Paraprofessional Online Training Program
If submitting an assessment score, proof of a high school diploma or its equivalent must also be provided.
Conditions of Employment- This position requires the completion and attainment of the state‑mandated General Para educator Certificate.
- The Para educator Certificate Program offers statewide standards‑based training for all para educators/Education Support Professionals (ESP) and supports a career growth ladder for those wishing to advance their career as a para educator or pursue a teaching profession.
- Staff will be required to complete 28 hours of training on the Fundamental Course of Study provided by the district. The first two days of FCS training must be completed within four months of the date of hire, and the second two days within six months of the date of hire, or by September 1 of the next school year. The general certificate is then earned by a para educator who completes ten days (70 clock hours) of professional development training.
and Wages
- Refer to the PSD Education Support Prof Employees (PESPA)-WEA agreements, salary schedules, calendars, and benefits here.
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