Para - SPED 1:1 - 20275907

Tyee Park Elementary; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Clover Park School District is hiring a Special Education 1:1 Paraeducator for Tyee Park Elementary in Lakewood, WA. The role supports students with diverse needs, under the guidance of a special education teacher, and includes personal care, instruction, and data entry.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and demonstrates a commitment to safety and confidentiality. Workdays total 191 annually with an 8:00am–3:15pm shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent; may require additional assessments.
• Two years of successful work experience with special education students.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds and assist with medical interventions when needed.
• Knowledge of confidential information handling under FERPA and HIPAA.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with hygiene, feeding, and personal needs under supervision.
• Support with behavior management and instructional activities as directed.
• Prepare instructional materials and maintain student records per guidelines.
• Supervise during lunch, recess, and transitions as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Verbal de-escalation

HIPAA & FERPA

Lifting and assisting

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher / 72 quarter credits

Job description

Para - SPED 1:1 - 20275907

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Job Details

Job ID: 5954136

Application Deadline: Oct 13, 2026 4:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Special Education 1:1 Para

• Students in grades k – 12 who require individual support
• Significant emotional/ behavioral and/or physical disabilities

*HourlyWage Range: $29.23/hr - $32.73/hr

Hours per Day: 6.75

Days per Year: 191

Shift: 8:00am - 3:15pm

A complete application will include:

• copy of your high school diploma or recognized equivalent
• unofficial college/university transcripts or passing test results on one of the assessments approved by the Professional Educator Standards Board.

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

Job Title:

Classification Level:

Special Education Paraeducator II

E-2

Reports to:

Working Title

Building Administrator

One on One

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

Job incumbents work under general direction of the building administrator and under specific direction of the special education teacher. The primary purpose of this job is to assistthe assigned student(s) with unique needs in the acquisition ofthe special education program goals and objectivesthat cannot otherwise be met through individualaccommodation that alone would be sufficientto meet the student’s individual need(s). Provide instruction as assigned, behavior management, preparation of student(s) materials, and primary care of students such as lifting, toileting, washing, appropriatemedical intervention and feeding. Assignment may beat the elementary or secondary level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Depending upon the needs of the students and the direction given by the special education teacher, any or all of the following essential functions may be applicable to the job assignment.

• Assists students with hygiene, including suctioning and personal needs, such as lifting, toileting, washing and feeding, including G-tube. Prepares and gives intervention and medication under the direction of a knowledgeable professional.
• Assist student(s) with transport and/or accompany student(s) in transition activities.
• Assists with management of high-risk students that are severely emotionally disturbed and/or dangerous.
• Assists with preparation for and implementation of behavior management techniques, educational and vocational instruction and vocational placement programs.
• Assists with IEP preparation at the direction of the classroom teacher. Monitors timelines for due process with re-evaluations and IEP’s under the guidance of the special education teacher.
• May instructs students incidentally in large or small groups while being primarily responsible for student(s) as assigned by and under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Administers or assists special education teacher with administration of assessment instruments.
• Prepares materials for use by student, teacher and parents; types, hand draws, reproduces and collates.
• Maintains class during special education teacher’s absence. Supervises students during lunch, recess, on and off the bus, assembly, and to other building locations.
• Uses personal computer or laptop for data entry and to produce correspondence and reports; operates, copier, FAX, other office machines and assistive technology devices which the student(s) must use.
• Under the direction of the special education teacher, maintains students records and files such as FTE count, month end reports, schedules, attendance records, credits earned and required classes and credits for graduation. May monitor three (3) year evaluations for state compliance.
• May assist with profile development for education and vocation planning.
• 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

• Two (2) years of successful work experience with special education students.

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.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the following:
  • Classroom/behavior management techniques
  • Special Education terminology
  • Lifting, toileting and feeding techniques
  • Restraint techniques
  • Verbal de-escalation
• Ability to work independently and to independently learn operations, procedures. processes and uses of equipment.
• Skill in handling, storing, and transmitting confidential information in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA requirements.
• .Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and knowledge of proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to communicate and interact clearly, concisely, courteous and respectfully with students, parents, guardians, volunteers, teachers and other staff with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to adjust to new and different working conditions.
• Ability to learn and implement medical intervention techniques under the direction of a knowledgeable professional.

Certification and Licenses

• Fingerprinting and Background check.
• First Aid and CPR Card.
• Paras are required to complete the district provided Fundamental Course of Study (FCS) as outlined by the Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB). Positions excluded from this requirement are as follows: Bus Para, In School Suspension Para, Library Para, and Preschool Para.
• Completion of Right Response training within ninety (90) days of hire date.
• For positions located on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) only: Ability to obtain and maintain access to JBLM in compliance with the REAL ID Act and all applicable installation access requirements.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATONS

• College credits with major in education, psychology, counseling, behavior intervention or social work.
• Three year’s or more of special education paraeducator experience in a public-school setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in regular school buildings located throughout the district. Ability to sit or stand for prolonged period of time; use of fingers, hands and arms;, and tolerance of loud noises and physically demanding situations are all required. The employee must lift and/or move 25 to 50 pounds and may assist students with greater weight when required to intervene in student safety issues or when transporting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work in outside weather conditions and be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, temperature fluctuations, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals commonly used in instruction and/or cleaning. It may be expected that the individual could be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials during the course of their duties. The employee may be exposed to infectious disease as carried by students. Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach requiring ordinary physical effort when required to intervene in student safety issues.

FLSA: Non-Exempt AFFILIATION: ESPCP

JOB CLASS: Paraeducator WORK YEAR: 191 days

* Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.

**Shifts are subject to change

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employee’s responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability, and basic life insurance benefits. Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.

RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan. For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems ' website.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Click on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race,ethnicity,housing, immigration or citizenship status,creed, religion, color, national origin,honorable military discharge or active duty status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity,the presence of anysensory, mental,or physical disability,neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal,whether they take place on or off school grounds or are offered as part of the district’s online or alternative learning programs.This standard will be applied to students as