1:1 Paraeducator, Job 26-0690 FA

Fairmount Elementary

Everett (WA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 52,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Fairmount Elementary in Everett, Washington is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Paraeducator for the 2026-2027 school year. The role includes 6.25 hours per day over 180 days plus an additional 1.75 hours for bus duties, totaling 8.0 hours for the first year’s pilot.

Start date is immediate. The candidate will work under the teacher to support a student requiring 1:1 assistance, including bus transportation and safety responsibilities.

Qualifications

Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated ability to work with children.
Ability to interact professionally with students, staff and supervisors.

Responsibilities

Supervise students during recess, cafeteria, library, and bus duties.
Assist with classroom instruction and implementation of IEP goals under teacher direction.
Administer first aid and provide personal care per student needs.
Assist with transportation, supervision before/after school, and crossing guard duties.

Skills

Math proficiency

Literacy skills

Student interaction

Behavior management

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 72 credits (100-level+)

Paraeducator apprenticeship or PESB assessments

Tools

Classroom equipment

Job description

1:1 Paraeducator, Job 26-0690 FA

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Job Details

Job ID: 5957463
Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 12, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This is a 6.25 hour per day,180 days per year, 1:1 Paraeducator position with benefits at Fairmount Elementary School.Thisposition includes an additional 1.75 hours of bus-riding time per day, for a total of 8.0 hours per day, which is conditional for the 2026-2027 school year only. Anticipated start date is as sooon as possible.

Hours for this position are 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The successful candidate willwork under the direction of the teacher in theclassroom with a student requiring 1:1 support and assist with bus transportation to and from Fairmount Elementary School.

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

Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting students with social emotional needs, academic supports and working with students with Autism. Experience or knowledge with Trauma Informed Practices.

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 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.ParaeducatorOnline Training Program.
Depending on assignment,may berequired to complete behaviormodificationprograms, including safephysicalrestraining techniques and/or other training as required.

Experience:

Job related experience desired

Job Requirements