Paraeducator - ALE
Listed on 2026-09-18
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant
NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
2026 - 2027
East Grays Harbor High School
Para educator - ALE
Date Posted: 09-03-2026
Category: Classified
EESP Salary Schedule Rate Range:
- $25.23 - $28.98 per hour
- Will be updated per EESP CBA Salary Schedule
Assignment:
- Mon – Fri; 6.5 hours per day
Benefits Include:
- Twelve (12) Days Sick Leave per school year
- Two (2) Personal Leave Days with pay per year
- Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)
- DCP - Deferred Compensation Program
- Washington Paid Family Medical Leave
- Medical;
Dental;
Vision;
Basic Life; AD&D; LTD Insurance; FSA and DCAP
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Meets NCLB definition of highly qualified requirements:
- A two-year Associate degree
- 72-quarter or 48-semester college credits, or
- A passing score of 455 on the ETS Para Pro Assessment
- WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance (fee paid by the employee)
- Regular attendance is an essential function of this position
- The safety and health of students and others are essential functions of this position
Preferred Qualifications:
- Work with students in a group setting to provide academic support
- Provide support during classroom activities and field trips
- Follows the direction of the certificated staff
- Able to support the meeting of ALE goals
- Functional member of the building ALE team
- Seeks out strategies to improve student interactions
- Reliable in demeanor, attendance, and collaboration
- Positive and flexible attitude with students, staff, parents, and community members
- Willingness to work toward successful demonstration of core competencies
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Demonstrated competence in basic academic/communication skills appropriate to site assignment
Responsibilities:
Work with the ALE programs of Elma School District. Duties include, but not limited to:
- Assist ALE instructors in supporting students with GED testing, test proctoring, and learning plans.
- Assist with maintaining classroom discipline, promoting respect, and addressing any behavioral concerns in line with school policies and procedures.
- Help manage materials, equipment, and classroom tools, ensuring safety protocols are followed, particularly during hands‑on technical or vocational tasks.
- Monitor student behavior and intervene when necessary, following appropriate protocols to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
- Provide feedback to the instructor about student performance, behavior, and any challenges that may need additional attention.
- Assist in facilitating student‑led conferences, workshops, or events designed to increase awareness of postsecondary opportunities.
The Elma School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Students, families and other stakeholders are notified the district does not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in any programs or activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
El Distrito Escolar de Elma es un Empleador con Igualdad de Oportunidades. Se les notifica a los estudiantes, familias y otras partes interesadas que el distrito no discrimina por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, edad, origen nacional, orientación sexual, expresión o identidad de género, estado de veterano o militar, discapacidad, o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o animal de servicio en ninguno de sus programas o actividades, y ofrece igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados.
Designated to handle inquiries about nondiscrimination policies are:
504 Section Coordinator, Kathleen Gallagher, kgallagher
Title IX Officer, Dr Christopher R. Nesmith, cnesmith
Las personas designadas para atender consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación son:
Coordinadora de la Sección 504:
Kathleen Gallagher, kgallagher
Oficial de Title IX:
Dr. Christopher R. Nesmith, cnesmith
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