1:1 Paraeducator, Job 26-0673 EX

Explorer Middle School

Everett (WA)

On-site

USD 15,000 - 21,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Mukilteo School District Explorer Middle School in Everett, WA seeks a 1:1 Paraeducator for 4.25 hours per day, 180 days per year, starting immediately. You will support a student with 1:1 assistance under a teacher's supervision, provide classroom help, and assist with safety and behavior management.

Minimum qualifications include WA state paraeducator certification or equivalent, and experience with children; preferred experience in a school setting.

Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of basic math, spelling, reading, grammar, and punctuation.
Desire and aptitude to work with students.
Ability to interact positively and professionally with students, supervisors and staff.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Knowledge of safe lifting and supporting students with disabilities as required.

Responsibilities

Assist teachers with daily supervision to maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
Administer tests under teacher direction, collect data, update records and monitor progress.
Support student behavior management and share observations with staff.
Implement strategies to address diverse student needs and support educational growth.
Provide clerical and classroom support (data entry, copying, filing, materials preparation).
Administer first aid and medical assistance as needed and assist with personal care.

Skills

Math, spelling, reading, grammar

Desire to work with students

Professional interaction

Independent and team work

Safety and lifting awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

WA paraeducator qualifications

PESB assessments or approved alternative

Job description

1:1 Paraeducator, Job 26-0673 EX

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Job Details

Job ID: 5937712

Application Deadline: Sep 29, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 23, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This is a 4.25 hour per day, 180 days per year, 1:1 Paraeducator position with benefits at Explorer MiddleSchool.

Anticipated start date isas soon as possible.

Hours for this position areTBD. The successful candidate willwork under the direction of the teacher in theclassroom with a student requiring 1:1 support.

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

Preferred Qualifications:Experience working in a school setting.

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 siteand 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 its equivalent.
Meet one of 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 a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council, or
Received a passing score on one of the following PESB approved assessments:
ETS ParaPro Assessment.
Pearson's Paraprofessional Assessment.
The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.
Depending on assignment, may be required to complete behavior modification programs, including safe physical restraining techniques and/or other training as required.

Experience

Job related experience desired

Physical Requirements: Paraeducator

Occasionally

1% - 33%

Frequently

34% - 65%

Continually

66% - 100%

Sitting

Standing

Walking