Paraeducator B - Developmental Preschool and Life Skills

Position: Para educator B - Developmental Preschool and Life Skills (2026-2027)
Position Type:
Paraeducators & Support Staff/Para educator

Date Posted:
6/12/2026

Location:
Cascade View Elementary

Closing Date:
Transfer deadline 6/15/26
For consideration, current para educators seeking internal transfer must apply by posted deadline. (June 15, 2026, 4 p.m.)

Our People = Our Strength
Snohomish School District is looking for skilled and dedicated professionals that are committed to our students and community. People with different backgrounds, different experiences and different ways of accomplishing things add to our strength and diversity. Successful candidates will be committed to a continuing program of personal and professional growth and the ability to work effectively with people with dynamic backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Building Administrator and Special Education Teacher, will assist with individualized and small group instruction for students of all educational levels who have physical or behavioral needs or are medically fragile. Paraeducators assist students with the unique needs outlined in their Individualized Education Plans (IEP). This vital role involves providing direct support to students, helping them access their education through academic support, behavior management, and fostering independence.

While you may work one-on-one with a student or within small groups, it is important to note that assignments are not fixed to specific students. Staff members are assigned based on current needs and teacher discretion, which allows us to adapt and reassign support to maximize effectiveness for all students. This position requires effective collaboration with other staff to implement necessary accommodations and strategies that promote student success.

Please refer to attached job description for specific responsibilities.

Students Served: Life Skills students have significant cognitive and adaptive delays who require specialized life skills and functional academic instruction.

Developmental Preschool students, ages 3-5, have moderate to significant delays in one or more of the 5 developmental areas: motor, communication, personal social skills, adaptive skills or cognition.

Salary Range: $28.91 - $32.84/hour Para educator B per 2026-27 Public School Employees Salary Schedule
Above pay rates do not include holiday and pay in lieu of vacation, which increases the hourly compensation.

Work Schedule:

• Start Date: September 1, 2026
• Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Schedule: Monday - Thursday AM - Developmental Preschool, Monday - Thursday PM and Fridays - Life Skills classroom support
• Paid Hours: 6.5 hours per day
• Lunch Break: 30 minutes unpaid break
• Calendar: 9 months/year; enjoy time off during spring break, winter break and summer, plus 10 paid holidays

Qualifications:

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent, and meet one (1) of the following:
  • 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
  • Passed one of the following Professional Educator Standards Board approved assessments:
    • ETS Para Pro Assessment Score of 455 or higher (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)
    • Para Pathways Score of 324 in Reading and Writing and a Score of 325 in Mathematics
    • Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment Score of 220 or higher
    • Master Teacher Inc. Para educator Training Program Score of 65% or higher
• Upon hire, must complete the Fundamental Course of Study (FCS)-Para educator Certificate.
• Ability to meet the qualifications as listed on the job description for this position.

Benefits: For eligible positions, the district offers a competitive benefits package including Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB), a Washington state retirement package, and paid time off. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plans (DRS)
• 403(b) Plans
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• Paid Holidays - 10 per school year
• Personal Days - 3 per school year
• Sick Days - 12 per school year

Application Procedure: Apply online .wednet.edu/jobs. Only applications submitted through Snohomish School District's application system, Frontline, will be accepted. Complete all steps in the application process so that we may fully consider you. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly. A complete application must include references (confidential forms will be automatically emailed to your professional/supervisor references).

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