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Special Education Paraeducator - Resource

Job in Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington, 98417, USA
Listing for: Puyallup School District
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-06-22
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support, Education Administration, Early Childhood Education
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 10000 - 60000 USD Yearly USD 10000.00 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: SPECIAL EDUCATION PARA EDUCATOR - RESOURCE

Posting Details

Job  |

Location:

Waller Road Elementary | Position:
Special Education Para
- Resource | Rate: PESPA Level 3 |

Hours:

6.4 hours per day (includes 30 minute unpaid lunch) |

Schedule:

Monday
- Friday, 9:06 AM - 4:00 PM | Calendar: 191-Day | Notes:
Flexibility to ride the bus. May work primarily with one student. | Closing Date: 06/22/2026

Responsibilities

Provides in-class or pull-out services to students with identified needs in all building locations.

Minimum Para educator Employment Requirements
  • Be at least eighteen years of age.
  • Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
  • Additionally, candidates must fulfill ONE of the following conditions:

    • Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
    • Earn 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university.
    • Score 455 or higher on the Para Pro Assessment (ETS).
    • Score 220 or higher on the Pearson Paraprofessional assessment (not administered by PSD).
    • Score 65% or higher on The Master Teacher Inc. Para educator Online Training Program (not administered by PSD).
    • Complete an apprenticeship as a para educator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
    Proof of Qualification

    Candidates must upload documentation verifying that they meet the stated requirements to be considered for employment. This includes providing a copy of an official college transcript or a passing score in one of the following assessments:

    • Education Testing Service Para Pro Assessment
    • Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
    • Master Teacher Inc. Paraprofessional Online Training Program
    Conditions of Employment
    • This position requires the completion and attainment of the state‑mandated General Para educator Certificate.
    • The Para educator Certificate Program offers statewide standards‑based training for all para educators/Education Support Professionals (ESP) and supports a career growth ladder for those wishing to advance their career as a para educator or pursue a teaching profession.
    • Staff will be required to complete 28 hours of training on the Fundamental Course of Study provided by the district. The first two days of FCS training must be completed within four months of the date of hire, and the second two days within six months of the date of hire, or by September 1 of the next school year. The general certificate is then earned by a para educator who completes ten days (70 clock hours) of professional development training.
    Benefits

    and Wages
    • Refer to the PSD Education Support Prof Employees (PESPA)-WEA agreements, salary schedules, calendars, and benefits here.
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