Paraeducator - 1:1 (Specialized Instruction) @ FRE #1758

Fryelands Elementary; Monroe (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement benefits

Paid leave and disability insurance

Job summary

Fryelands Elementary in Monroe, WA, seeks a Paraeducator – Specialized Instructional - 1:1 Student Support to assist instructional staff and support a student with specialized needs.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, ESSA-qualifying credentials or alternatives, and completion of required certifications. 180 days, 6.5 hours per day, 8:40 AM–3:40 PM, starting immediately, with a 1:1 student focus.

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• May meet ESSA requirements via degree, credits, apprenticeship or approved test.
• First Aid, CPR/AED, CPI and state paraeducator certifications required.
• Willingness to work with diverse student needs and follow IEPs.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructional personnel with lessons and materials.
• Support students with varying abilities and behavior plans.
• Tutor individuals or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Monitor safety and maintain confidential student records.
• Follow district procedures and help create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with multi-age groups

Empathy and patience

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA or higher degree

72 credits at 100 level or higher

Completion of approved apprenticeship

OSPI approved test or alternative credential

Job description

Paraeducator - 1:1 (Specialized Instruction) @ FRE #1758

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This job is also posted in Monroe School District 103

Job Details

Job ID: 5917851 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Sep 08, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Prior to applying for aparaeducator position you must meet the following requirements:

Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent AND

• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, OR
• Have earned 72 quarter credits 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, OR
• Received a passing score on one of the PESB approved assessments (see Monroe SD employment information page for more information)

Location:

Fryelands Elementary

Anticipated start date:

Upon hire

Days per year:

180

Hours per day:

6.5

Shift time:

8:40 - 3:40

Position Info:

• Employees accepting positions in this category are not eligible to transfer to instructional or non-instructional para positions for two (2) years from the date the assignment begins.
• Current PSE members must apply within 5 days to be guaranteed consideration for position.
• Hourly rates are for 2025-26: 2026-27 rates pending board approval.

Job Info:

• Screening of applications will begin on September 15, 2026

Benefit Info:

• *Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription (SEBB) Long-Term Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance and Life Insurance Retirement Sick, personal, and bereavement leave Health Reimbursement Arrangement (VEBA) Employee Assistance Program. *Optional Benefits: Additional life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance Deferred compensation Annuities (403(b), Roth) Medical flexible spending arrangement Limited purpose flexible spending arrangement Dependent care assistance program

TITLE Paraeducator – Specialized Instructional - 1:1 Student Support

REPORTS TO Building Principal

POSITION SUMMARY

Under supervision, perform a variety of instructional activities; assist in promoting student learning; perform routine and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; and complete other related work as required within a collaborative team.

Preferred Education and Experience

A combination of training and experience qualifies a candidate for knowledge and skill requirements. A typical way to obtain required knowledge and skills is:

Experience :

• One year of paid or volunteer experience working with multi-age groups of children

Education :

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or coursework in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field

Special Requirements

• Candidates must meet the requirements set forth in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) by satisfying one of the following criteria:
• Hold an AA or higher degree from a college or university
• Have completed at least two years college with 72 college credits accrued
• Have passed the OSPI approved test
• Completion of approved apprenticeship program

Candidates must also meet the following requirements:

• First Aid, CPR and AED certification
• CPI-certification for specified positions including Positive Behavior Support (PBS), Structured Learning Center (SLC), and some 1:1 student support positions. Additionally other specific positions may be identified by the Executive Director of Student Services.
• Completion of all state required paraeducator certifications
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance
• I-9 employment eligibility in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act
• HIV/HBV training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)
• Human Resources new hire training (obtain within 60 days of hire date – District provided)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Basic concepts of child growth development, and developmental behavior characteristics pertaining to students in grades preschool through age 21 including students with special learning needs and English language needs
• Student behavior management strategies and techniques such as PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) and Trauma Informed Practices
• Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, and grammar
• Basic arithmetic concepts
• Positive behavior interventions and supports
• Routine record management, storage, and retrieval systems and procedures

Ability to:

• Demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age, ability and cultural backgrounds
• Model appropriate behavior
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form
• Perform routine tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related equipment and technology
• Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults
• Follow specific student educational plans with fidelity
• Manage and guide student behavior
• Ability and willingness to perform the physical requirements of the position
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information and records
• Be flexible with schedule (i.e. job duties, responsibilities, staff meetings, training, etc.)

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist instructional personnel with presentation of learning materials and in delivery of instructional programs
• Work with students with a wide range of physical, mental, social and behavioral disabilities. This range includes students with mild academic difficulties to students who are severely intellectually impaired; students with mild physical disabilities to students who are unable to perform basic self-care; students who are shy and withdrawn to students who are acting out (and may be physical)
• Tutor individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities
• Monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities per the instructional program and/or individual student learning plan
• Direct students into safe learning activities and functions, and assist in shaping of appropriate social behaviors
• Monitor and assist in remediation of specific learning problems and conditions
• Assist in management of student behavior through the use of positive strategies and techniques. Collaborate and execute student’s behavior plans with fidelity.
• Assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students at the direction of the supervising teacher
• Provide support to students who need catheterization, with training provided
• Attend to basic care of students including toileting, diapering, dressing and feeding
• Perform routine first aid which may include aiding students experiencing seizures or respiratory distress
• Maintain a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information
• Operate and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional media, equipment and technology
• Flexibility to learn and accommodate new students as they arrive to the program with individual behaviors and IEP goals
• Administer and score a variety of criterion referenced and general aptitude tests, and record the test results
• Assist in maintaining an orderly, safe, welcoming, and positive learning environment
• De‑escalate students per district protocol and procedure
• Assist with transitions on and off the school bus
• Help students unpack and put things in the correct location
• Monitor students at recess for safety
• Adhere to federal and state laws and district regulations, policies, procedures and practices
• Mandatory reporting for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, boundary invasions, fights, substance abuse, etc.
• Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement
• Observe strict confidentiality regarding student and staff information
• Maintain regular punctual attendance

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions:

• Use of a personal computer for extended periods of time
• Use of a telephone and other technology
• Ability to perceive the nature of sound; near/far visual acuity, depth perception,, manual dexterity, which includes fine and gross motor skills
• Ability to communicate orally; operate a variety of equipment and technology