Instructional Paraeducator

Cheney Public Schools; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Deferred compensation (DRS and TSA)

Job summary

Cheney Public Schools is seeking an Instructional Paraeducator for Windsor Elementary in Spokane, WA. This full-time paraeducator position supports teachers and students across classrooms and related settings, with duties including supervision and instructional assistance. Schedule is 7 hours per day, 8:30 a.m.

– 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday during the school year. Compensation ranges from $18.39 to $23.19 per hour, with potential $1.00/hour extra for hygiene-related duties and degree-based

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; passing score on paraeducator assessment (455).
• AA degree or higher or 72 quarter/48 semester credits with college-level courses.
• Current first aid/CPR card; WSP/FBI background clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instruction and supervision of students in multiple settings (classrooms, cafeterias, playgrounds, buses).
• Provide supervision and support under principal or designee across programs (ALE, ASD, ISI, LAP/Title).
• Support students with various needs as defined in IEPs and related programs.

Skills

First aid/CPR

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree or higher

72 quarter/48 semester credits

Job description

Instructional Paraeducator (multiple positions available)

Cheney Public School District 360 Windsor Elementary - Spokane, Washington Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5904431
Application Deadline: Sep 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 26, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION:

Instructional Paraeducator (IP)* **

*Assignment may include: After-School Detention (ASD), Alternative Learning Experience (ALE), Bus Supervision (a.m./p.m.), Categorical Programs (LAP/Title), Community Transitions, General Classroom, IEP Support, In-School Intervention (ISI), Library, Locker Room Supervision, Lunch/Recess Supervision, Office Support, PE, Preschool, Resource Room

SCHEDULE:

7 hours per day; 8:30a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (start/end times may be adjusted based on student/building need); Monday-Friday; School Year

LOCATION:

Windsor Elementary

SUPERVISOR:

Building Principal(s)

POSITION TYPE:

Classified, Ongoing

COMPENSATION:

$18.39-$23.19/hour** depending on comparable experience; Pay is annualized over 12 months (if hired after start of school year, spread over remaining months of fiscal year (Sept-Aug))

**Some assignments include an additional $1.00/hour for hygiene-related duties

OTHER COMPENSATION:

For paraeducator positions only:

$1.00/hour additional pay for positions assigned student hygiene duties as a regularly-scheduled part of daily duties

***Degrees eligible for a salary enhancement as follows, regardless of degree program or position with the district(cannot be stacked in the case of multiple degrees (highest degree stipend will be applied))

AA, BA, MA degree, or PhD, adds $0.50/hour, $1.00/hour, $1.50/hour, $2.00/hour, respectively***

BENEFITS:

Medical ,dental ,vision , andbasic life and AD&D insurance ;retirement plan ;deferred compensation (DRS andTSA );paid holidays ;paid leave

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent****; Passing score (455) on state-approved Paraeducator Assessment, OR hold AA degree or higher OR have earned 72 quarter or 48 semester credits with college-level courses (100 level or higher)*****; Current first aid/CPR card (training may be provided by District);WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance

****Documentation will be required upon hire

*****Documentation should be submitted during application process

POSITION: Instructional Paraeducator*

*Assignment may include: After-School Detention (ASD), Alternative Learning Experience (ALE), Bus Supervision (a.m./p.m.), Categorical Programs (LAP/Title), Community Transitions, General Classroom, IEP Support, In-School Intervention (ISI), Library, Locker Room Supervision, Lunch/Recess Supervision, Office Support, PE, Preschool, Resource Room

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Paraeducators are an integral part of the learning and teaching team. Under the direction of the principal or designee, paraeducators assist with multiple levels of support in schools. The instructional paraeducator assists in providing instruction to and supervision of students in a variety of settings. These settings include, but are not limited to: cafeterias/eating areas, classrooms, playground/recess, crosswalks, hallways, and bus/loading areas. ALE are non-traditional learning environments that provide expanded learning opportunities for students. ASD/ISI provides a safe and focused educational environment for students while they are assigned after-school detention or are removed from the regular classroom, respectively. Community Transitions provides life skills and workplace training support to students ages 18-21. IEP Support paraeducators provide services to a specific student or program as defined within the IEP. LAP/Title provides targeted assistance to students with specific academic needs. Preschool paraeducators foster