1:1 Paraeducator - Special Education & Safety Support

South Kitsap High School; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

South Kitsap High School in Port Orchard, WA seeks a 1:1 Paraeducator for Functional Adaptive (FA) / Social Communications (SC) to support students with significant disabilities. Provides intensive 1:1 and small-group instructional support under the supervising teacher, implementing IEP-driven services and safety protocols.

The role emphasizes crisis response, data collection, and collaboration with staff to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a paraeducator program/certificate.
• Ability to implement IEP-driven supports and crisis intervention plans.
• Strong collaboration with certified staff and multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provides 1:1 or small-group instructional support aligned to IEP goals.
• Applies behavior intervention and de-escalation strategies during crises.
• Maintains detailed data on student progress and behaviors for program decisions.

Skills

IEP/Behavior support

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Documentation/data collection

Collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Paraeducator Certificate Program

Job description

South Kitsap High School in Port Orchard, WA seeks a 1:1 Paraeducator for Functional Adaptive (FA) / Social Communications (SC) to support students with significant disabilities. Provides intensive 1:1 and small-group instructional support under the supervising teacher, implementing IEP-driven services and safety protocols.

The role emphasizes crisis response, data collection, and collaboration with staff to maintain a safe and positive learning environment.