Special Education Paraeducator

Job Title

Special Education Para educator

Image Elementary School

Special Services

Aug 24, 2026

• 4.33 Hours on Early‑Release Days (8:30 a.m. – 1:20 p.m., includes 30 minutes unpaid time)
• 6.17 Hours on Designated Full Wednesdays (8:30 a.m. – 3:10 p.m., includes 30 minute unpaid lunch)
• 6.33 Hours Per Day on other days (8:30 a.m. – 3:20 p.m., includes 30 minute unpaid lunch)
• 190 Days Per Year (180 student days / 10 holidays)

Program Support

Permanent

Para educator Class II

New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the classification salary range. Employees with proven prior years of service may receive experience credit. Salary range: $25.95 to $32.95 per hour.

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long‑term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB)
• Eligibility for FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits
• Employer‑employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS)
• Paid holidays and paid time off (sick, vacation, personal, religious, bereavement). Additional negotiated leave options found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Must meet Para educator Employment Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Meet one or more of the following:
• Passing score of 455 or higher on the Education Testing Service Para Pro Assessment (ETS test/PRAXIS)
• Associate Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university
• Completed a Para educator Apprenticeship Program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council

If you do not meet the required qualifications, your name will be screened out from the list of qualified candidates.

New para educators will be required to complete state‑required training offered through Evergreen School District.

• Provide special education services and supports to elementary and/or secondary students eligible for special education under direction of the Special Education teacher or IEP manager.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Deliver one‑to‑one and group instruction as directed to meet individual IEPs.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a learning environment as specified by course goals and curriculum outcomes.
• Assess student progress, evaluate learning, and collect performance data to ensure progress toward IEP goals.
• Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests.
• Implement behavioral management strategies using techniques outlined by the teacher.
• Assist in organizing and preparing instructional materials.
• Address students’ bathroom needs, including lifting and changing students when required.
• Feed students as necessary.
• Handle body fluids and lift or position students as necessary.
• Provide services as directed by related service providers (OT, PT, SLP).
• Assist students with using assistive technology, augmentative communication, or physical assist devices (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers, standers, lifts).
• Attend training sessions to maintain up‑to‑date understanding of student needs.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Vision: 66‑100%
• Speaking: 66‑100%
• Hearing: 66‑100%
• Standing: 33‑66%
• Walking: 33‑66%
• Writing: up to 33%
• Bending: 33‑66%
• Stooping: 33‑66%
• Reaching: 33‑66%
• Lifting: 33‑66% (up to 50 lbs. individually; more than 50 lbs. with assistance)
• Risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.
• Running: up to 33%

• Constant interruptions: 66‑100%
• Verbal communication: 66‑100%
• Confidentiality: 66‑100% (up to 33%)
• Written communication: up to 33%
• Multiple concurrent tasks: 66‑100%

Computer, typewriter, copy machines, telephone, and all other tools and equipment necessary to perform the essential functions.

• Basic typing/keyboarding.
• Previous experience working with students in academic or…