Paraeducator A - General Elementary and LAP

Snohomish School District; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEBB Health Insurance

Washington State Retirement package

Paid Holidays - 10 per school year

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Snohomish School District is seeking a Paraeducator A at Emerson Elementary to support the elementary educational process under the direction of the Building Administrator and classroom teacher.

The role includes classroom support, plus recess and lunch supervision, with a regular schedule Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Salary ranges from $27.38 to $31.13 per hour, for the 2026-2027 Salary Schedule.

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent, and meet one of the following:
• 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; or Passed one of the following Professional Educator Standards Board approved assessments.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Building Administrator and classroom teacher, is responsible for supporting the elementary educational process.
• Duties include providing classroom support as well as recess and/or lunch supervision.

Education

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher

FCS Paraeducator Certificate

Job description

Paraeducator A - General Elementary and LAP JobID: 2795

• Date Posted:
  10/8/2026
• Location:
  Emerson Elementary

For consideration, current paraeducators seeking internal transfer must apply by posted deadline. (October 14, 2026, 4 p.m.)

Our People = Our Strength

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 description.

Special Duties/Responsibilities

Duties include providing classroom support as well as recess and/or lunch supervision.

Salary Range

$27.38 - $31.13 Paraeducator A per 2026-2027 Public School Employees Salary Schedule

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

Work Schedule

• Start Date: ASAP
• Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Paid Hours:4.75hours per day; 2.25 hours/day Learning Assistance Program/Title and 2.25 hours/day General Elementary and .25 hours/day Crossing Guard
• Calendar: 9 months/year; enjoy time office during spring break, winter 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:
  • 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;
  • Passed one of the following Professional Educator Standards Board approved assessments:
    • * ETS Para Pro Assessment Score of 455 or higher;
    • * Para Pathways Score of 324 in Reading and Writing and a Score of 325 in Mathematics;
    • * Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment Score of 220 or higher; or
    • * Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Training Program Score of 65% or higher.
• Upon hire, must completethe Fundamental Course of Study (FCS)-Paraeducator Certificate.
• 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

Questions

email: [e-mail]
phone: [phone]
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]; ADA Coordinator – Shantel Strandt, 360-563-7229, [e-mail]; Section 504 Coordinator - Wendy McCulloch, 360-563-7308, [e-mail]; and Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Coordinator – Jennifer Harlan, 360-563-7375, [e-mail].