Paraeducator IV - Behavioral Support

Para educator IV - Behavioral Support (Job )

Position Summary:

The Behavioral Support Para educator supports middle school students receiving special education services by providing academic and behavioral assistance across a variety of settings, including resource classrooms, general education classes, passing periods, and lunch. This role focuses on helping students access curriculum, stay engaged in learning, and develop positive social and self‑regulation skills. The para educator implements supports aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), reinforcing instructional strategies and promoting a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities and Scope of Work:

• Work collaboratively with the special education case manager, general education teachers, counselors, and administrators to ensure consistent and effective support for students.
• Monitor student progress, support behavior and academic goals.
• Communicate regularly with the student’s support team.
• Maintain confidentiality and foster student independence and success.
• Use sound judgment, strong communication, patience, and adaptability.
• Support students in resource classrooms, general education classes, passing periods, and lunch.
• Implement instructional strategies in line with IEPs and BIPs.
• Assist students to access the curriculum and engage in learning.
• Promote a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Prior experience working with students requiring behavior supports is preferred.

• At least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• One of the following:
  • Passed one of the assessments approved by the Para educator Board ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).
  • Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
  • Earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university.
  • Completed an apprenticeship as a para educator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
• Upon hire, must provide:
  • Copy of a high‑school diploma or transcripts, or acceptable equivalent document.
  • Official post‑secondary transcript(s).

• Anticipated start date:
  August 26, 2026
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday – Thursday 7:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (one 15‑minute paid break, one 30‑minute unpaid meal break);
  Friday 7:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (same breaks).
• Weekly
  
  Working Hours:
  
  33
• Wage: $28.36 – $32.88 per hour (2025‑26 PSE Salary Schedule; 2026‑27 TBD).

• Insurance:
  Medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance (eligible for those anticipating at least 630 hours per year).
• Retirement Plans: 403(b) TSA Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Holidays:
  Up to 13 paid holidays per year (number depends on start and end dates).
• Paid Time Off:
  Employees working 12 months per year earn 12 days of paid vacation per school year. Employees working 237–260 days per school year earn 12 days of sick leave. Up to 3 days of personal leave may be granted each school year. Vacation, sick leave, and personal leave are based on scheduled hours and position start date.

• Date Posted: 6/18/2026
• Date Available:
  
  08/26/2026
• Closing Date:
  Best Consideration 6/26

Snoqualmie Valley School District complies with all applicable federal and state statutes and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

This holds true for all district employment and student opportunities. The district will also take steps to ensure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all educational programs, services, and activities.

Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours employees are anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Any employee who is scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a year is eligible for benefits.

For compliance and grievance procedures, inquiries may be directed to the school district's compliance coordinators at .