Paraeducator temporary

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Para educator A - (temporary) )

• Date Posted:
  9/3/2026

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 is responsible for supporting the elementary educational process. Specific responsibilities for this position are as described on the attached job description. This is a temporary position for the  school year.

Special Duties/Responsibilities: This position will support K-6 students in small groups and 1:1 instructional settings.

Salary Range: $27.38 - $31.13 Para educator A 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 14, 2026
• Shift: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.
  
  - 12:00 p.m.
• 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://www.ets.org/parapro )
    • 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
• 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

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Snohomish School Board.

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