1:1 Special Education Paraeducator — Impactful Support

Applitrack; Spanaway (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethel School District 403 is seeking a paraeducator for 1:1 support in a non-mainstream special education setting at SPANAWAY LAKE HIGH. Role includes assisting certificated staff with instructional and non-instructional activities, and supervising student safety and behavior.

Position requires completing Right Response Training within 3–5 months, Autism Spectrum Disorder course within 3 months, and eligibility under WA state Paraeducator requirements. Competitive wage listed in salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Education and experience: high school diploma or equivalent; AA degree or higher preferred.
• Non-violent crisis intervention experience and related trainings are preferred.
• Completion of the Autism Spectrum Disorder course within the first 3–5 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated staff with instructional and non-instructional activities for non-mainstreamed special education students.
• Maintain records, logs, and assessments of student progress.
• Attend to students' safety, health, and personal hygiene needs.
• Support students in developing basic living and communication skills; facilitate social interactions.

Skills

Reading and writing

Communication

Flexibility

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree or higher

Job description

Bethel School District 403 is seeking a paraeducator for 1:1 support in a non-mainstream special education setting at SPANAWAY LAKE HIGH. Role includes assisting certificated staff with instructional and non-instructional activities, and supervising student safety and behavior.

Position requires completing Right Response Training within 3–5 months, Autism Spectrum Disorder course within 3 months, and eligibility under WA state Paraeducator requirements. Competitive wage listed in salary schedule.