Secondary Paraeducator - Resource Program Job Washington area,District of Columbia USA,Education / Teaching

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Frontline Applicant Tracking
- Federal Way Public Schools Secondary Para educator
- Resource Support Program

Date Posted: 10/1/2026
Location:

Lakota Middle School
Days of the Week:
Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday
Shift Times:
Monday
- Thursday from 7:45 AM - 2:30 PM
Friday from 7:45 AM - 1:30 PM
Position Type:
Para Educator (School Aide)/ Special Education Programs
Hours per Day: 30 hours per week
Days per Year: 180

POSITION SUMMARY: Resource Support Programs (RSP) are provided to students with identified disabilities who demonstrate an increased need in one or more academic domains. The Para educator’s duties will include assisting with special education students ranging in one-on-one to small group instructional activities, under the supervision of the certificated teacher/specialist. Other duties will include assisting with a variety of clerical tasks and the supervision of students assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Tutor individuals and/or groups in specific skills as directed by the teacher.
When trained, will assist the teacher in administering special instructional and or behavioral programs.
Communicate and work with related resource personnel.
Supervise students in accordance with the school and district policies.
Plan daily/weekly with the teachers and other staff members servicing the same students.
Assist students and teacher with record keeping.
Assist the teacher in the communicating with other building/district staff members.
Assist the teacher in communicating with parents.
Discuss information pertaining to students with teacher or other appropriate staff within your building.
Inform the advising teacher to any observed problems or information regarding an individual student.
Give positive reinforcement to students during the school day.
Assist with the room maintenance and control of books and equipment.
Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.
Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform instructional clerical tasks.
Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers.
Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or Equivalent
And one of the following
:
- AA degree, OR
- High school diploma (or equivalent) and 48 college-level semester credits or72 college-level quarter credits, OR
- High school diploma (or equivalent) and pass the state approved para educator assessment test

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills

Experienced and/or training in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working with students with disabilities

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

Pass a criminal background check
Complete the district's para educator core competency requirements
Work scheduled hours on a consistent basis

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Knowledge of Individual Education Plan (IEP’s)
English grammar and spelling
Basic math
Positive behavior interventions
Right Response and de-escalation techniques
School Board Policies

ABILITY TO:

Demonstrate basic knowledge of modern technology and willingness and ability to increase knowledge to proficiency
Work independently and work collaboratively with others fostering a team approach whenever appropriate.
Maintain a good work attendance record, be punctual, and follow District procedures for…