Paraeducator - PBS; Specialized Instruction @ HRM

Starting Date: Sep 9, 2026

Requirements for application:

Must be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, OR
• Have earned 72 quarter (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)

Hidden River Middle School, Monroe, Washington

Days per year: 180

Hours per day: 6.5

Shift time: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM

• 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 the position.
• Pay rates are for 2025-26; 2026-27 rates are pending approved bargaining agreement.

• 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

• Additional life and accidental death insurance
• Deferred compensation
• Annuities (403(b), Roth)
• Medical flexible spending arrangement
• Limited purpose flexible spending arrangement
• Dependent care assistance program

Para educator – Specialized Instructional - Positive Behavior Support

Building Principal

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.

A combination of training and experience qualifies a candidate for knowledge and skill requirements. A typical way to obtain 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

• 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 approved apprenticeship program

Candidates must also meet the following requirements:

• 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; other specific positions may be identified by the Executive Director of Student Services.
• 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 in grades preschool through age 21 including those with 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 systems and procedures

Abilities:

• Demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age, ability, and cultural backgrounds
• Communi…