Early Learning Classroom Floater (Temp)

Tacoma Public Schools; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools seeks a FLOAT paraeducator to support Early Learning across Elementary locations. The role is 0.9375 FTE, 7.5 hours per day, and is temporary for the 2026-2027 year, starting November 2026.

Pay scales range from $27.75 to $28.75 per hour, depending on qualifications, with full Tacoma benefits. As an assistant to the Early Learning classroom instructor, you will help promote children's growth, assist with screenings, prepare routines, and support families and staff in a

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• At least 12 college quarter credits in early childhood education credential are required.
• One of the following: one year certificate in ECE; or an AA in ECE or enrolled in AA/BA program; or CDA credential or CDA program to be completed within 2 years; with one year of post-secondary experience in preschool or child care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and deliver individual and group instruction; monitor and record progress.
• Assist in curriculum planning and daily instructional activities; maintain safe and healthy learning environment.
• Assist with child screenings and assessments; enter information into computer-based assessment system.
• Model and monitor behavior; supervise students between classes for safety.

Skills

Student support

Behavior guidance

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

12 college quarter credits in ECE

CDA or equivalent

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools seeks a FLOAT paraeducator to support Early Learning across Elementary locations. The role is 0.9375 FTE, 7.5 hours per day, and is temporary for the 2026-2027 year, starting November 2026.

Pay scales range from $27.75 to $28.75 per hour, depending on qualifications, with full Tacoma benefits. As an assistant to the Early Learning classroom instructor, you will help promote children's growth, assist with screenings, prepare routines, and support families and staff in a