2026-27 Paraeducator - Resource - Chambers Prairie Elementary

CHAMBERS PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

North Thurston Public Schools' CHAMBERS PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY in Lacey, WA seeks a Paraeducator in Special Education to support instructional and supervisory duties for students with special needs. This 6.5-hour/day, 189-day/year position begins immediately and reports to the principal.

The role involves working one-on-one or in small groups to keep students on task and assist teachers with instruction. The district values diverse families and communities and seeks candidates who can contribute to

Qualifications

• Supports instructional and supervision duties for students with special needs.
• Works one-on-one or in small groups to complete assigned work.
• Commitment to engaging diverse families and communities.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instruction and supervision in classrooms.
• Keep students on task during activities.
• May work with students individually or in small groups as assigned.

Job description

North Thurston Public Schools CHAMBERS PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY - Lacey, Washington Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Employment Begins: 2026-2027 School Year

6.5 hours/day; 5 days/week; 189 days/year

PARAEDUCATOR SPECIAL EDUCATION

Highly Supported Learning Services (HSLS), High Intensity Social Emotional Learning (HiSEL), Resource, Preschool, Student Specific, Vocational Opportunities in Community Employment (VOICE), Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH), Future Ready Kindergarten (FRK)

STANDARD POSITION DESCRIPTION

Classification: Instructional Paraeducator Location: Assigned School(s)

Reports to: Principal or Principal Designee FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: NTPA

This is a standard position description to be used for paraeducator positions with similar duties, responsibilities, classification and compensation. Paraeducators assigned to the position description may or may not perform all of the essential functions indicated in this position description.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Part I: Position Summary:

The Paraeducator performs a variety of instructional and/or support duties to assist the school and teachers in instruction, supervision, and education of students with special needs in groups or one-on-one teacher to student situations. May work with students on an individual basis as well as small groups to complete assigned work. Keep students on task.

The District represents a diverse community with a population of more than 50% of students with diverse backgrounds. We seek an individual who has successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities. The selected candidate must demonstrate a commitment to strengthening community engagement and communication with the District’s diverse populations.

Part II: Super