Paraeducator A - CTE Science Program

Snohomish School District; Snohomish (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (SEBB)

Paid holidays

Personal days

Sick days

Pension plans (DRS)

Job summary

Snohomish School District seeks a dedicated paraeducator to support the elementary education process under the supervision of the Building Administrator and classroom teacher. This role may involve assisting in the CTE program at Valley View Middle School, including shopping, stocking materials, and lab prep/tear down.

The position includes lunch supervision, 9-month calendar, and a schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and have a high school diploma or equivalent, or meet one of the listed education paths.
• Must complete the FCS-Paraeducator Certificate upon hire.
• Must obtain First Aid CPR certification upon hire.
• Must meet the qualifications listed in the job description.

Responsibilities

• Support the elementary educational process under the direction of the Building Administrator and classroom teacher.
• Provide special duties support for CTE program at Valley View Middle School, including lab prep/tear down and materials handling.
• Include lunch supervision and other duties as assigned.

Skills

First Aid CPR

ParaPro/Assessment score

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 72 credits

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Snohomish School District

• Date Posted: 9/17/2026
• Location: Glacier Peak High School

For consideration, current paraeducatorsseeking internal transfer must apply by posted deadline. (September 23, 2026, 4 p.m.)

Snohomish School District is looking for skilled and dedicated professionals that are committed to our students and community. People with different backgrounds, different experiences and different ways of accomplishing things add to our strength and diversity. Successful candidates will be committed to a continuing program of personal and professional growth and the ability to work effectively with people with dynamic backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Job Summary:Under the direction of the Building Administrator and classroom teacher is responsible for supporting the elementary educational process. Specific responsibilities for this position are as described on the attached job descriptions.

Salary Range: $27.38 - $31.13 per hour Paraeducator A per 2026-27 Public School Employees Salary Schedule

Above pay rates do not include holiday and pay in lieu of vacation, which increases the hourly compensation.

Special Duties:Provide support for Career and Technical Education (CTE) program at Valley View Middle School. Responsibilities include assisting in the Family and Consumer Science Department with shopping, purchasing and stocking materials, organizing lab and prep/tear down. Also includes lunch supervision and other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

• Shift:7:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
• Lunch Break:30 minutes, unpaid break
• Calendar: 9 months/year; enjoy time off during winter break, spring break and summer, plus 10 paid holidays

Qualifications:

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent, and meet one (1) of the following:
  • Have received a score of 455 on the ETS ParaPro (https://www.ets.org/parapro), or a qualifying score on the Pearson Paraprofessional assessment or Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Training Program;
  • 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.
• Upon hire, must completethe Fundamental Course of Study (FCS)-Paraeducator Certificate.
• Upon hire, obtain First Aid CPR certification.
• Ability to meet the qualifications as listed on the job description for this position.

Benefits: For eligible positions, the district offers a competitive benefits package including Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB), a Washington state retirement package, and paid time off. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Vision plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Dependent Care Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plans (DRS)
• 403(b) Plans
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• Paid Holidays - 10 per school year
• Personal Days - 3 per school year
• Sick Days - 12 per school year

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Snohomish School Board.

Questions:

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The Snohomish School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination, and all are located at 1601 Avenue D, Snohomish, WA 98290: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Darryl Pernat, 360-563-7285, [e-mail]; Applicant and Employee ADA Coordinator Shantel Strandt, 360-563-7229, [e-mail]; Student ADA and Section 504 Coordinator Wendy McCulloch, 360-563-7308, [e-mail]; and Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Coordinator Jennifer Harlan, 360-563-7375, [e-mail].