Paraeducator

Para educator

San Juan Island School District – District Wide - Friday Harbor, Washington.

Job : 5780611

Final date to receive applications: Jul 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jun 20, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Under the direction and supervision of licensed/certified staff (teachers and administrators), all Paraeducators perform tasks related to the instruction and supervision of students; routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; and relative duties as assigned by a supervisor. A desire and ability to work with students is essential. Specific assignments consist of a combination of several duties and can change from school year to school year.

For the 2025‑26 school year, this position will be located in the Elementary School.

• Work with students individually and/or in small groups on specific learning tasks and objectives.
• Interact with special needs students in a warm and understanding manner.
• Monitor student behavior and assist in maintaining an orderly classroom atmosphere for the purpose of providing an optimum learning environment, including students with disabilities.
• Supervise students in a variety of settings before, during, or after school.
• Perform positive behavior support and management.
• Perform clerical and supportive tasks for teachers and other staff such as correct student papers, record grades, prepare supplemental materials as assigned, assist in library.
• Provide personal care or assist students with the necessary self‑help requirements in areas such as diapering, toileting, catheterization, etc., consistent with procedures prescribed with assigned program.
• Know and follow health, safety, and emergency procedures of the district.
• Work as a positive team member.
• Work cooperatively and communicate successfully with staff, students, and parents.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the education of all children and youth.
• Observe strict confidentiality regarding student and personnel information.
• Adapt to a variety of working situations and learn new skills.
• Promote and practice professional growth and development.
• Demonstrate professionalism through conduct, punctuality and minimal absences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reports to Elementary School Principal. Receives direction from Teacher, and/or Special Services Director.

Experiences frequent interruptions; clerical work requires dexterity and precision. Occasionally required to work outdoors in inclement weather and to deal with angry or distraught students. Exposed to infectious disease.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• State Requirements:
  • High School Diploma
  • Completion of at least two years of study (70 quarter credits) at an institution of higher education.
  • Hold an Associate’s degree or higher.
  • Ability to pass the Para‑Pro test to demonstrate knowledge and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics.
  • Ability to complete state‑mandated Fundamental Course of Study (FCS).
• Experience working with school‑aged children.
• Experience in a school setting desirable.
• Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity.
• Successful WA State Patrol and FBI fingerprinting clearance.
• Proof of MMR immunization (if born 1/1/1957 or later).
• I‑9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
• Completion of all district‑required trainings within thirty (30) calendar days from hire date.

Allowable Substitution

None.

• Knowledge of basic subject areas, such as spelling, writing, reading and arithmetic.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal with children in a positive and confident manner.
• Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations.
• Ability to organize activities.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to be fair and consistent when working with children.
• Ability to use general office machines and be familiar with computers and appropriate software.
• Ability to learn effective instructional methods for special…