Para - Classroom - 20275906

Tyee Park Elementary; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clover Park School District's Tyee Park Elementary in Lakewood, WA, seeks a Paraprofessional I to support classroom instruction, library and health-room operations, and schoolwide projects. This role collaborates with teachers to assist students from diverse backgrounds.

Hours are 6.5 per day, 8:00am–3:00pm, 191 days per year, with a wage between $27.25 and $30.24 per hour. A high school diploma or equivalent and completion of required assessments are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one of the approved assessments.
• Six months of experience with children or young adults.
• Passing scores on specific ParaPro/ParaPathways/ETS/Master Teacher assessments.
• Need to meet district-approved assessments thresholds.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction support, monitor student activities, and assist with classroom materials.
• Support library operations and supervise students in the library.
• Assist with clerical tasks, schedules, and supplies in the school setting.
• Support student bus safety and in-school programs as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits

Completed paraeducator apprenticeship

Job description

Para - Classroom - 20275906

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Job Details

Job ID: 5947577
Application Deadline: Oct 07, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 01, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

*HourlyWage Range:$27.25/hr - $30.24/hr

Hours per Day:6.5

Days per Year:191

**Shift: 8:00am - 3:00pm

A complete application will include:

• copy of your high school diploma or recognized equivalent
• unofficial college/university transcripts or results of the ParaproExam.

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

A:

Job Title:

B:

Classification Level:

Paraprofessional I

E 1 (Grandfathered P2-P5 Schedule)

C:

Reports to:

D:

Working Titles:

Building Administrator

Secondary Para

Elementary Para

In-School Suspension

Library Para

Crossing Guard

Lunchroom Para

Playground Para

Vision

Speech/Lang Asst

SPED Para I

Bilingual/Bicultural Para

ELL Para

Summer School Para

Bus Para

Resource Room

McKinney Vento

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

Under the general direction of the Building Administrator this position provides paraprofessional and support services to the building in the areas of classroom instruction; school office, library, and health room support; Schoolwide project services; in-school suspension, playground, crossing guard, and lunchroom support. This position works with students from a variety of multicultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Classroom Instruction Support: Monitor student activities (i.e., drill, practice, and research) after lessons and instructions have been given by teacher. Administer and monitor tests and other assessment instruments as assigned. Maintain classroom discipline in the absence of the teacher, complete appropriate misconduct forms, and/or report behavior to the teacher or principal. Produce teaching aids and other classroom materials as directed by the teacher. Collect, assemble, catalog, and distribute resource materials. Distribute and account for textbooks and other miscellaneous equipment. Operate audio-visual equipment. Maintain records, files, and supplies. Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom environment. Accompany students on field trips. Monitor and guide students during emergency drills. Assist students with course assignments. Take classroom attendance and may collect money. Classroom instruction support may be provided to individuals, small groups or the entire classroom as directed by the teacher. Monitor students on the playground. Provide lunchroom support and service. Assist students to safely cross streets at crosswalks.
• Library Support: Supervise the library in the absence of the librarian. May supervise students and volunteers in the library. Prepare and issue library cards. Instruct students on how to use the library and materials. Operate and demonstrate audio and visual equipment. Assist in maintaining a neat, clean and orderly library.
• Clerical Support: Prepare and maintain reports, correspondence, order cards, overdue notices, bibliographies, and a variety of forms and materials. Maintain files and records, library materials and instructional pamphlets, student schedules, inventory and equipment lists. Order, receive, and distribute supplies and materials. May collect and account for money received from copy machines and fines.
• Student Bus Safety: Assist students with personal needs and equipment on and off the bus. Assist with management of high-risk students that are severely emotionally disturbed and/or dangerous. May prepare and give intervention or carry out certain medical treatments in times of emergency medical plans. Assist passengers and drivers in evacuating the bus in an emergency. Assist drivers in performance of daily vehicle inspections and interior cleaning of the bus to ensure compliance with State and district regulations. Instruct students within small group or one to one as assigned by the bus driver.
• McKinney Vento, Truancy, Native American program support: Assist the Student Services department with McKinney Vento/Foster youth and their families, providing supports to buildings with BECCA petitions and Community Engagement Boards, Native American students and their families to include events and programs supported by the Student Services office. Provide onsite supervision for the McKinney Vento after school program.
• General Duties: Prepare correspondence and reports. Responsible for maintaining department supplies. Provide daily directions to student assistants and district volunteers. Monitor student activity in the In‑School Suspension Center as students work on assignments that have been prepared and given by the classroom teacher. May serve on various district committees and/or departmental work teams. Model appropriate and cooperative behavior, including protecting confidential information consistent with district ethical guidelines. Foster and maintain strong productive relationships with district employees, parents, students, and other community members. Work with a variety of people in a positive manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non‑essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or it’s recognized equivalent (GED) and must meet one of the following:

• Have received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the Professional Educator Standards Board;
• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university;
• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university;
• Have completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council;

Experience

• Six (6) months’ experience working with children or young adults.

Board approved assessments

• EST ParaPathways test takers must meet or exceed a score of 324 on the Reading and Writing sub test and 325 on the Mathematics sub test. (Bridge option is available for eligible test takers.)
• ETS ParaPro test takers must meet or exceed Washington’s qualifying score of 455 prior to August 31, 2026.
• Pearson Paraprofessional test takers must meet or exceed 220 (that score is equivalent to the 50 out of 72 scorable multiple‑choice questions set by the Board).
• Master Teacher Inc. test takers must meet or exceed 65%. A candidate must receive a passing score on each of the two assessments to be certified.