Special Education Paraeducator; Sped

Job Description

Special Education Para educator

Location:

Heritage High School

Starting Date:
Aug 24, 2026

This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 06/25/26. This position is expected to begin August 24, 2026.

• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent; AND
• Must meet one or more of the following:
• Have received a passing score of 455 or higher on the Education Testing Service Para Pro Assessment (ETS test/PRAXIS); or
• Hold an Associate Degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; or
• Have completed a Para educator Apprenticeship Program (program must be registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council).

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

Upon hire, new para educators will be required to complete state required training offered through Evergreen School District.

Student Support

Permanent

New employees will start at the minimum hourly rate in the classification salary range. However, employees who have verified prior years of service of similar occupational experience may receive experience credit towards salary step placement.

Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information EPS Benefits Information.

• Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.
• Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position PSE Large Group CBA.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

External applicants must include official transcripts (upon hire) to confirm education or ETS Para Pro Assessment results with application.

Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically.

Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local, national and global community.

Under the supervision of the Special Education classroom instructor and the building Principal, the Special Education Para educator will assist in the supervision of instructional activities, working closely with students on an individual as well as a small group basis.

* Indicates Washington State Core Competencies for Paraeducators for each essential function and qualification.

• Under direction of the Special Education teacher or IEP manager, provide special education services and supports to elementary and/or secondary students eligible for special education as follows:
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents. (
  
  * 5)
• Provide one-to-one and group instruction to students as directed by the teacher so as to meet his/her individualized education program (IEP). (
  
  * 9)
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a learning environment as specified by course goals and curriculum outcomes. (
  * 10)
• Assess student progress, evaluate learning, and collect student performance data to ensure progress towards each student’s IEP goals. (
  * 9-10-11)
• Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests. (
  * 10)
• Implement behavioral management strategies using the emphasis and techniques that have been outlined by the teacher. (
  
  * 6)
• Assist in organizing and preparing a variety of instructional materials. (
  
  * 9)
• Address student’s bathroom needs as is necessary, including lifting and changing students when required.
• Feed students as necessary. (
  * 14)
• Handle body fluids as necessary (
  * 13)
• Lift and/or position students as necessary (
  * 13)
• Provide services as planned and directed by related services providers (OT, PT, and SLP)
• Assist students with using assistive technology, augmentative communication, or physical assist devices (i.e. wheel chairs, walkers, standers, or lifts).
• Attend various training…