1:1 Paraeducator, Job 26-0658 PKC

Pathfinder Kindergarten Center; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Mukilteo School District's Pathfinder Kindergarten Center in Everett, WA seeks a 1:1 Paraeducator for a 2.5 hour/day position (145 days/year). The role involves supporting a student with 1:1 assistance under a teacher, with duties including supervision, safety, and data collection. No medical benefits are included.

Immediate start preferred. The candidate should meet WA paraeducator qualifications and have experience with children; preferred experience with young children or those with special

Qualifications

• Minimum WA state paraeducator qualifications.
• Experience with children preferred.
• Experience with students who have special needs preferred.
• Education options include diploma/degree paths and PESB assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with planning, preparation and delivery of instruction for a student with 1:1 support.
• Supervise students during recess, cafeteria, library and bus duties.
• Assist with implementation of IEP goals and related supports as needed.
• Perform classroom clerical tasks and data entry as required.
• Provide first aid and personal care as needed.
• Assist with safety and behavior management in the classroom.

Skills

Basic WA Paraeducator qualifications

Experience with children

Special needs awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits at 100-level or higher

Paraeducator apprenticeship Option

Passing PESB-approved assessments

Job description

1:1 Paraeducator, Job 26-0658 PKC

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Job Details

Job ID: 5924824

Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Sep 12, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This is a 2.5 hour per day, 145 days per year (Monday - Thursday only), 1:1 Paraeducator position at Pathfinder Kindergarten Center. This position does not include medical or dental benefits. Anticipated start date is as soon as possible.
Hours for this position are 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the teacher in the classroom with a student requiring 1:1 support in Developmental Preschool.

Minimum Qualifications: Basic WA State Paraeducator qualifications and experience working with children.

Preferred Qualifications:Experience working with young children and/or children with special needs.

JOB TITLE: Paraeducator

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Paraeducator - MESP

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB SUMMARY:

Assist the teacher with planning, preparation and delivery of a quality instructional program based upon state standards, district curriculum, and effective instruction for students with diverse learning needs. Supervise students at recess, in the cafeteria, library, assistance for students riding the bus, and perform crossing guard duties before and after school. May assist with implementation of special education services for students i.e., IEP goals, medical assistance, physical support and personal care.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist teacher(s) with the daily supervision of students for the purpose of maintaining and providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Under the teacher’s direction, administer multiple student tests, collect and maintain diagnostic and test data, update student records, and assess student progress.
• Assist teacher(s) with monitoring and managing student behavior and progress; share observations with teacher(s) and other professional staff.
• Assist teacher(s) with implementation of various strategies to address diverse student needs and support individual educational growth and achievement goals.
• Provide clerical and general classroom assistance for staff, which may include collection and data entry of information, correspondence, copying, filing, and preparation of classroom materials.
• Administer first aid, medical assistance, physical support and personal care for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile, and/or disabled children.
• Provide physical assistance for students with special needs such as feeding, toileting, proper lifting and positioning of students in and out of chairs and with adaptive equipment; assist students with the use specific equipment related to their disability (e.g., materials, assistive technology, visual aids).
• Track and dispense authorized student medications.
• Perform crossing guard duties before and after school to supervise and monitor students.
• Assist with monitoring students in the cafeteria and/or at recess; assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment for student safety and well-being.
• Participate in meetings and training for the purpose of sharing information, improving the employee skills and knowledge, implementing school initiatives and addressing student needs.
• Comply with District Policies.
• Maintain consistent presence at assigned work site and regularly work hours specified.
• May be subject to reassignment of job duties depending on program, building and student needs.
• Such other related job duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.

• Demonstrated knowledge of math, spelling, reading, grammar, and punctuation.
• Desire and aptitude to work with students.
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with students, supervisors, and staff.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively in a team situation.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage student behavior.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail and meet deadlines in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions.
• Ability to operate or willingness to learn to operate standard classroom equipment.
• Ability to provide for the physical, health and safety needs of students.
• Demonstrated ability to provide physical assistance for and properly lift students in and out of chairs in accordance with safe lifting requirements and the use of adaptive equipment as required.
• Knowledge of computer applications used to assist with student learning.
• Ability to strengthen job-related competencies.

Education/Certification:

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or itsequivalent.
• Meetoneof the following requirements:
• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or
• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university, or
• Completed an apprenticeship as aparaeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council, or
• Received a passing score on one of the followingPESBapproved assessments:
• ETSParaProAssessment.
• Pearson’sParaprofessionalAssessment.
• The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.
• Depending on assignment,may berequired to complete behaviormodificationprograms, including safephysicalrestraining techniques and/or other training as required.

Experience:

Job related experience desired

Physical Requirements:

Occasionally

1% - 33%

Frequently

34% - 65%

Continually

66% - 100%

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Crouching

X

Kneeling/Crawling

X

Stooping

X

Twisting Knees

X

Twisting Waist

X

Twisting Neck

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Leg/Foot Use

X

Reaching

X

Handling/Grasping

X

Fingering/Feeling

X

Pushing/Pulling

X

Lifting/Carrying

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Vision

X

Near Acuity

X

Far Acuity

X

Depth Perception

X

Color Vision

X

Field of Vision

X

Smell

X

Work Outdoors

X

Work Indoors

X

Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Robert Gallagher(425-356-1325), [e-mail] , Section 504 Coordinator Becca Anderson (425-356-1277), [e-mail] , and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker (425-356-1330), [e-mail] . Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett, WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Wes Allen, Director (425-348-2220) [e-mail] . Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett, WA 98204.

Position Type: Classified Regular

Salary: $30.96 to $41.24 Hourly

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mukilteo School District, Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]

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