1:1 Life Skills Aide (ParaPro)

Salmon Creek Elementary; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Public Schools Salmon Creek Elementary in Vancouver, WA is seeking a dedicated one-on-one paraeducator to assist teachers with Life Skills instruction and student supervision. This 1:1 role requires strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and the ability to de-escalate challenging behaviors to support a safe classroom environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and either an Associate's degree, 72 quarter/48 semester credits, or a qualifying ParaPro score.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Official transcripts or ParaPro results required.
• 1 year related experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills required.
• Ability to de-escalate and manage behavioral situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with classroom activities and student support.
• Monitor and assist individual students in 1:1 or small-group settings.
• Maintain student data and assist with lesson materials as directed by certificated staff.
• Follow district policies and student safety protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree transcripts

48 semester credits / 72 quarter credits

ETS ParaPro Assessment 455+

Job description

Vancouver Public Schools Salmon Creek Elementary in Vancouver, WA is seeking a dedicated one-on-one paraeducator to assist teachers with Life Skills instruction and student supervision. This 1:1 role requires strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, and the ability to de-escalate challenging behaviors to support a safe classroom environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and either an Associate's degree, 72 quarter/48 semester credits, or a qualifying ParaPro score.