2026-27 *TEMP* Special Services, ParaPro II

Morgan Middle School; Ellensburg (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Morgan Middle School is hiring a TEMP Parapro II for Special Services to support students with special needs and reinforce classroom lessons. The role reports to the Building Principal and Special Programs Director and requires adherence to a structured behavior plan.

Responsibilities include assisting with materials, running small groups, maintaining records, and supporting students in line with instructional plans. The position is part-time with daily 6-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Meet WA paraeducator requirements: 1 of 4 options.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities.
• Bilingual skills preferred; play-based instruction familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with preparation of class materials.
• Run small groups as directed by classroom teacher.
• Maintain records and data daily.
• Work with special needs students to carry out instructional plans.
• Understand and implement a structured behavioral support plan.
• Assist with toileting and personal care needs.

Skills

Team player

Educational setting experience

Willingness to be trained

Disabilities understanding

Experience with special needs students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits (100 level+ )

Paraeducator apprenticeship

Job description

2026-27 *TEMP* Special Services, ParaPro II

Ellensburg School District 401 Morgan Middle School - Ellensburg, Washington Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Ellensburg School District 401

Job Details

Job ID: 5966286

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 20, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: *TEMP*Parapro II - Special Services

LOCATION: Morgan Middle School,5 days a week, 6 hrs per day

REPORTS TO:Building Principal, Special Programs Director

JOB SUMMARY: Work with all students- including special needs students; to reinforce lessons, guide enrichment work, follow behavior plan and supervise as directed by the teacher.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist teacher with preparation of class materials.
• Ability to run small groups, as directed by classroom teacher.
• Maintain records and data on a daily basis.
• Work with special needs students to carry out instructional plans.
• Must be able to understand and implement a very structured behavioral support plan.
• Assist with toileting and personal care needs.
• Manage student behaviors and non-instructional needs as directed by the teacher.
• Other duties as assigned by the teacher orSpecial Programs Director.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must:
  • Be at least 18 years of age; and
  • Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• In addition, candidates must meet one of the following Washington State requirements:
  • Pass a Washington-approved paraeducator assessment;or
  • Hold an associate degree or higherfrom an accredited college or university;or
  • Have completed72 quarter credits or 48 semester creditsat the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university;or
  • Have completed a qualifyingparaeducator apprenticeshipregistered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council (WSATC).

• Good health, be able to pass a physical.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Knowledge of correct lifting and transferring of physically fragile students.
• Must qualify to work in the proximity of children under the conditions of a WSP/FBI background check.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Positive team player.
• Demonstrated success in an educational setting.
• Willingness to be trained.
• Demonstrated understanding of disabilities (special education coursework, education degree, previous work experience).
• Successful work with students who have significant disabilities.
• Successful work with young children, new to a classroom setting.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Familiarity with a play based approach to instruction preferred.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Representation: Public School Employees, Ellensburg Chapter
• Salary: PSE Salary Schedule
• Benefits: SEBB Benefits
• Applicant must attendSafetyCare De-Escalation Training

BENEFITS:Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). School employees | Washington State Health Care Authority

Retirement benefits provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS); if working in an eligible position. State of Washington: Department of Retirement Systems

189 Day Employees - Paid leave benefits to include 12 days of sick leave, three personal leave days. Prorated if applicable.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

This Job description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position. As such, it is not necessarily all-inclusive, and the job may require other essential and/or nonessential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein. The District reserves the right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or nonessential requirement at any time with or without notice. Nothing in this job description, nor by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.

Applicants of diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.

Ellensburg School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Rhonda Schmidt, 509-925-8011, [e-mail] ; Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Lori Gylling, 509-925-8115, [e-mail] . Address for both coordinators: 1300 East Third Avenue, Ellensburg, WA 98926.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $19.01 to $21.91 Wages based on current PSE Salary Schedule

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required