1:1 Paraeducator, Job 26-0713 DI

Discovery Elementary; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Elementary in Everett, WA is seeking a dedicated 1:1 paraeducator to support a student with instructional tasks and daily activities. The role follows a 180-day calendar with hours from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., starting immediately.

The position requires close collaboration with teachers to implement individualized supports and ensure safety and positive learning outcomes. The successful candidate will assist with planning, supervision, and transportation-related tasks, contributing to

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess an associate degree or 72 quarter credits (100 level or higher).
• Pass PESB approved paraeducator assessments if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with daily supervision to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Administer tests, collect data, update records, and assess progress.
• Monitor student behavior and share observations with staff.
• Implement strategies to address diverse student needs.
• Provide clerical assistance and prepare classroom materials.
• Administer first aid and provide personal care as needed.
• Provide physical assistance and safe lifting for students as required.
• Track and dispense authorized medications.
• Crossing guard duties before/after school.
• Monitor cafeteria/recess and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Participate in meetings/trainings to support school initiatives.
• Comply with district policies and maintain assigned hours.
• May be reassigned or perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Student support

Teamwork

Behavior management

Independent & collaborative work

Safety awareness

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

AA degree / 72 quarter credits

PESB paraeducator assessments

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This is a 6.25 hour per day, 180 days per year, 1:1 Paraeducator position with benefits at Discovery Elementary School. Anticipated start date is as soon as possible.

Hours for this position are 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

The successful candidate will work under the direction of the teacher in the classroom with a student requiring 1:1 support.

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

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 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

• Occasionally 1% - 33%
• Frequently 34% - 65%
• Continually 66% - 100%
• Standing X
• Walking X
• Crouching X
• Stooping X
• Twisting Knees X
• Twisting Neck XClimbing X
• Leg/Foot Use X
• Reaching X
• Pushing/Pulling X
• Lifting/Carrying X
• Talking X
• Hearing X
• Vision X
• Depth Perception X
• Field of Vision X
• Smell 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 CoordinatorRobert 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.

Job Details

Job ID: 5977915

Application Deadline: Nov 05, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 30, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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]

1:1 Paraeducator, Job 26-0713 DI

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