One-on-One Special Education Paraeducator

Tacoma Public Schools (WA); Washington; On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools in Tacoma, WA is seeking a paraeducator to support a student with a disability during the school day, providing one-on-one or small-group instructional assistance and collaborating with a certificated teacher.

The role involves helping with self-care, daily living activities, and supervising students during breaks. Requires General Paraeducator Certificate and 28 hours of district training with specific deadlines.

Qualifications

• Requires General Paraeducator Certificate per state standards.
• Must complete district training within defined timelines.
• Experience assisting students with disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students individually or in small groups as directed.
• Assist with self-care and daily living activities when needed.
• Supervise recess, lunch, and bus loading; support classroom safety.
• Record progress and maintain student data to help meet IEP goals.
• Assist with adaptive equipment and field trips as required.

Skills

One-on-one support

Active listening

Communication

Sign language basics

Education

Associate degree or 72 credit hours

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools in Tacoma, WA is seeking a paraeducator to support a student with a disability during the school day, providing one-on-one or small-group instructional assistance and collaborating with a certificated teacher.

The role involves helping with self-care, daily living activities, and supervising students during breaks. Requires General Paraeducator Certificate and 28 hours of district training with specific deadlines.