1:1 Special Ed Paraeducator — Student Support & Instruction

Tacoma Public Schools; Washington; On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator to provide one-on-one and small-group instructional support to a Grade 8 student with a disability during the school day. The role includes assisting a certificated teacher with instructional activities and daily living tasks as needed.

The position requires completing the General Paraeducator Certificate and ongoing training. It offers a full benefits package and a schedule aligned with the school calendar.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 72 credit hours; ability to assist students with diverse needs.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to be trained within 90 days.
• Attend district-wide restraint training and maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruction to students individually or in small groups as directed by the teacher.
• Supervises students during recess, lunch, and transit between activities.
• Records student progress and maintains communication with teachers and parents as assigned.
• Assists with adapting materials and activities for students with disabilities; participates in field trips as needed.
• May assist with routine health-related tasks and daily living activities for students.

Skills

Experience with special needs students

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator to provide one-on-one and small-group instructional support to a Grade 8 student with a disability during the school day. The role includes assisting a certificated teacher with instructional activities and daily living tasks as needed.

The position requires completing the General Paraeducator Certificate and ongoing training. It offers a full benefits package and a schedule aligned with the school calendar.