Special Education Paraeducator; Sped

Special Education Para educator

Location: Shahala Middle School, Vancouver, Washington

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Position Type: Part‑time, Permanent

Hours / Work Times: 6 hours per day (9:35 a.m. – 4:05 p.m., 30 minute unpaid lunch) and 3.83 hours on early‑release days (9:35 a.m.–1:55 p.m., 30 minute unpaid). 190 days per year (180 student days + 10 holidays).

Hourly rate: $25.95 to $32.95, negotiated. Salary placement follows classification salary range; prior service may lead to experience credit.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and retirement through DRS; paid holidays and PTO (sick, vacation, personal, religious, bereavement). Eligible employees who work ≥630 hours receive these benefits.

• Be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet at least one of the following:
  • Passing score ≥455 on ETS Para Pro Assessment.
  • Associate degree or higher from an accredited college/university.
  • 72 quarter credits (48 semester credits) at 100 level or higher at accredited institution.
  • Completed a Para educator Apprenticeship Program registered with Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
• Previous experience working with students in academic areas or special education coursework.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with students, staff and parents.
• Experience supervising and working with students.
• Flexibility, initiative and cooperativeness.
• Confidentiality handling of sensitive information.
• Willingness to learn computer skills, assistive technology and office equipment.
• Ability to handle constant interruptions and aggressive behavior.

• Provide special education services and supports under direction of teacher or IEP manager.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff and parents.
• Deliver one‑to‑one and group instruction as directed by IEP.
• Assist in creating and maintaining learning environment as per curriculum.
• Assess student progress, evaluate learning and collect data for IEP goals.
• Administer and score formal and informal tests.
• Implement behavioral management strategies.
• Prepare instructional materials.
• Assist with student bathroom needs, feeding, handling bodily fluids, lifting and positioning students.
• Provide services as directed by related services providers (OT, PT, SLP).
• Assist with assistive technology and communication devices.
• Attend training sessions to stay current with student needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Vision, hearing, speaking: 66‑100%.
• Standing, walking: 33‑66%.
• Sitting, writing, stooping, bending, squatting: up to 33‑66%.
• Reaching: 33‑66%.
• Lifting: up to 50 lbs alone; over 50 lbs with assistance.
• Risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens and other infectious materials.
• Running: up to 33%.

• Reading documents: 66‑100%.
• Constant interruptions: 66‑100%.
• Verbal communication: 66‑100%.
• Confidentiality: 66‑100%.
• Written communication: up to 33%.
• Multiple concurrent tasks: 66‑100%.

Computer, typewriter, copy machine, telephone and other necessary equipment.

• Knowledge of own cultural identity and desire to learn about others.
• Supports a positive, diverse school environment.
• Participates in activities to increase cultural competence.
• Demonstrates commitment to equity for all students.
• Recognizes each individual while celebrating group heritage.
• Establishes positive relationships regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or use of a trained guide dog and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other youth groups.

By applying, candidates acknowledge this role description and responsibilities. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in disqualification.