1:1 Preschool Special Education Paraeducator

Bethel School District; Spanaway (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

This Bethel School District paraeducator position supports certificated staff in a preschool special education program for ages 3 to 5. You will work with students individually or in small groups, supervise activities, and assist with personal care and behavior management under staff guidance.

Qualified applicants will meet federal minimum requirements, complete required trainings, and participate in Right Response certification renewals.

Qualifications

• Must meet federal requirements: 18+, HS diploma or equivalent, and approved assessments or AA degree/credits.
• Must complete paraeducator program training and Right Response certification within set timelines.
• Experience working with preschool special needs students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated staff in a preschool special education program with individuals or small groups.
• Supervise students in classrooms, on playgrounds, buses and field trips per policy.
• Assist with daily routines, safety, behavior management, and communication with families and staff.
• Support personal care, mobility, and instructional activities as directed by staff.

Skills

Reading & writing

Communication skills

Flexibility / adaptability

Behavior management

Safety awareness

Instructional support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree or higher

72 quarter credits

48 semester credits

Paraeducator Certificate Program

Registered apprenticeship program

Right Response Training completion

Tools

Computers & software

Job description

This Bethel School District paraeducator position supports certificated staff in a preschool special education program for ages 3 to 5. You will work with students individually or in small groups, supervise activities, and assist with personal care and behavior management under staff guidance.

Qualified applicants will meet federal minimum requirements, complete required trainings, and participate in Right Response certification renewals.