High School Paraeducator

STEILACOOM HISTORICAL SCHOOL DISTRICT; Steilacoom (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1 seeks paraeducator applicants to join Steilacoom High School. The role supports student success in a welcoming environment and is integral to school operations.

Starting September 21, 2026, with 6.5 hours per day across 190 days per year, the position requires fingerprint and background checks. Internal candidates get first consideration; a Type 2 driver's license may be needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet one of the following: associate degree or higher; ETS paraeducator assessment; 72 quarter or 48 semester credits; or completed paraeducator apprenticeship.
• Experience or commitment toward working with culturally and racially diverse students, families and communities.
• Possess or qualify to attain General Paraeducator Certificate within state timeline.
• General experience or training in reading, writing and math.
• Ability to support students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide paraeducator support to students and contribute to a positive school environment.
• Participate in required training for the assignment (e.g., de-escalation training).
• Maintain regular, in-person presence at the assigned work location during scheduled hours.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Follow directions

Punctuality

Education

Associate degree or higher

ETS paraeducator assessment

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits

Paraeducator apprenticeship

Job description

Hourly Pay: $29.03 - $30.78 Paraeducators play an essential role in creating a positive, welcoming environment for students. Paraeducators are often the first face and voice students encounter when they come into the school and provide the first impression of the school culture and climate. They are an integral part of the operations of our schools and creating a positive environment to support success for ALL students.

Start Date: September 21, 2026

Hours: 6.50 hours/day

Days Per Year: 190 days

Location: Steilacoom High School

Hourly Pay: $29.03 - $30.78 Paraeducators play an essential role in creating a positive, welcoming environment for students. Paraeducators are often the first face and voice students encounter when they come into the school and provide the first impression of the school culture and climate. They are an integral part of the operations of our schools and creating a positive environment to support success for ALL students.

Are you interested in making a difference? We are seeking applicants for multiple Paraeducator positions.

Minimum qualifications:

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Must meet one of the following:
  • An associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or
  • Received a qualifying scores on the Education Testing Service (ETS) paraeducator assessment; or
  • Earned 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; or
  • Completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
• Successful experience or demonstrated commitment toward working with culturally and racially diverse students, families and communities.
• Possess or qualify to attain a General Paraeducator Certificate within the required state timeline.
• General experience or training of instructional methodologies in reading, writing and math.
• Demonstrated skill or experience supporting and contributing to the success of students with disabilities.
• Ability to complete training dependent on assignment, this may include de-escalation training.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.
• Strong relationship building skills to work with other educators and partners to provide services.
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction and take the initiative to seek clarity and take action when needed.
• Ability to work with minimal direction and use sound judgement and decision making.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, work effectively under pressure, and remain flexible.
• Ability to maintain regular, in-person physical presence at the assigned work location during scheduled work hours.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.
• Ability to obtain a Type 2 driver's license.

Please See Attached Job Description.

Internal candidates will receive first consideration.

Fingerprint and background check required.

Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1 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 Allegations or concerns can be reported to Susanne Beauchaine, Executive Director of Human Resources, 511 Chambers Street Steilacoom, WA 98388 - 253-983-2222 or [e-mail]