Paraeducator IV - Behavioral Support

Para educator IV
- Behavioral Support

Anticipated start date: 11/23/26

Monday
- Thursday:7:30 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m. (includes on 15-minute paid break and one 30-minute unpaid meal break)

Friday:7:00 a.m.

- 12:30 p.m. (includes on 15-minute paid break and one 30-minute unpaid meal break)

Weekly working hours:31

Wage: $29.10 - $33.71 per hour ( 2026-27 PSE Salary Schedule )

Work Calendar: 2026-27 PSE PARA SECONDARY M-F

Position Summary:

The Para educator provides direct support to a student with unique behavioral and academic needs in both general education and special education settings. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, implementing individualized behavioral support, supervising and assisting the student throughout the school day, supporting academic engagement and participation, and promoting positive social interactions. The para educator works collaboratively with special education staff, general education teachers, related service providers, and administrators to help ensure the student's success across educational environments.

Previous experience working with students with neurodivergent needs and behavioral support plans is preferred. Strong communication skills, flexibility, patience, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment are essential. For complete details, please see the attached job description.

WA State Para educator requirements:

• At least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent,

In addition, a para educator must also meet one of the following:

• Have received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the Para educator Board (www.pesb.wa.gov);
  
  OR
• 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
• Have completed an apprenticeship as a para educator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council

Upon hire, successful candidate must provide:

• Acopy of a High School diploma or HS transcripts, or acceptable equivalent document.
• Official post secondary transcript(s).

• Insurance:
  This position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, basic life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance provided the assignment is anticipated to work at least 630 hours per year.*
• Retirement Plans:
  This position is eligible for a 403(b) TSA Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Holidays:
  This position is eligible for up to 13paid holidays per year.
  
  The number of holidays depends on employee's start and end dates.
• Paid Time Off:
  Employees working less than 12 months per year earn 7 days' worth of vacation pay per year and accrue 1 day of sick leave per month.
  
  Up to 3 days of personal leave may be granted each school year.
  
  Vacation pay and sick leave are based on scheduled hours and position start date.

* Snoqualmie Valley School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).

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.

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 ofsex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or…