Paraeducator - General Instruction @ MBE

Job Title: Para educator – Instructional

Location: Maltby Elementary, Monroe School District, Snohomish, Washington

Starting Date: Sep 9, 2026

Hours per Day: 6.5

Days per Year: 180

Shift Time: 8:40 AM – 3:40 PM

Position Type: Part‑time

Salary: $25.94 – $30.52 per hour

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.

• Assist instructional personnel with presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises.
• Tutor individual students and small groups to reinforce and follow up learning activities.
• Monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities following instructional concepts.
• Direct students into safe learning activities and functions, shaping appropriate social behaviors.
• Assist in managing student behavior using positive strategies and techniques.
• Prepare and assist in preparation of instructional materials and learning aids for individuals or small groups.
• Maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information.
• Operate and assist students in operation of instructional media machines and equipment.
• Administer and score a variety of criterion‑referenced and general aptitude tests, recording results.
• Assist in maintaining an orderly, attractive, and positive learning environment.
• Adhere to federal and state laws, district regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Act as a mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, boundary invasions, fights, substance abuse, etc.
• Abide by employment provisions provided in the collective bargaining agreement.
• Observe strict confidentiality regarding student information.
• Maintain regular punctual attendance.

Education and Experience

• At least 18 years of age and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, OR 72 quarter credits (48 semester credits) at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university, OR completion of an apprenticeship as a para educator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council, OR a passing score on a PESB‑approved assessment.
• One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi‑age groups of children.
• Completion of coursework in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field.

Special Requirements (ESSA)

• 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 an approved apprenticeship program.

Certifications and Clearances

• First Aid, CPR and AED certification.
• Completion of all state‑required para educator certifications.
• Successful Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint clearance.
• I‑9 employment eligibility compliance.
• HIV/HBV training (to be obtained within 60 days of hire date – district provided).
• Human Resources new‑hire training (to be obtained within 60 days of hire date – district provided).

English as a Second Language

• Provide services as described in “Position Responsibilities” to students whose native language is not English.
• Administer and score tests to determine student language proficiency levels.
• Assist students in developing appropriate social behaviors and understanding cultural expectations.
• Preferred written and oral proficiency in Spanish.

Vocational Programs

• Support agricultural science, family and consumer science, marketing, American sign language, technology education, business education, and sports medicine programs.
• Arrange transportation and drive students to internship sites, field trips, and pickup of lab supplies.
• Ability to drive a van and large pickup over mountain passes and in heavy city and freeway traffic.
• Flex schedule as needed for pickup and delivery of classroom supplies, projects, and lab supervision.
• Coordinate responsibilities between vocational departments.
• Facilitate, under direction, the…