Paraeducator - Academic Core Program

Federal Way Public Schools; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Way Public Schools in Mirror Lake Elementary is seeking a paraeducator to support students with identified disabilities, working one-on-one or in small groups under the supervision of a certified teacher.

You will perform instructional clerical tasks, coordinate with related staff, and assist with communication with parents. The schedule is 6 hours per day, Monday through Friday, 180 days per year, with pay from $26.90 to $29.64 per hour, DOE.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• AA degree or additional college credits or pass the paraeducator assessment test
• Proficient in spelling, math and grammar

Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with instructional and behavioral programs when trained.
• Communicate with related resource personnel and parents.
• Supervise students per district policies.
• Plan daily/weekly with teachers and staff serving the same students.
• Assist with record keeping and communications with staff.

Skills

Spelling

Math

Grammar

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

AA degree

48 college-level credits

72 college-level credits

Paraeducator assessment test

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Federal Way Public Schools

• Date Posted:
  8/3/2026
• Location:
  Mirror Lake Elementary
• Date Available:
  Upon Hire
• Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled
• Hours per Day:
  6.0 hours; $26.90-$29.64 DOE
• Days of the Week:
  Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday
• Shift Times:
  Mon-Thurs. 8:20-3:05
  Fri 8:20-2:05
• Days per Year:
  180
• Position Type:
  ParaEducator (School Aide)/ Special Education Programs

POSITION SUMMARY:

The academic core program (ACP) is for students with identified disabilities who demonstrate primary learning needs in the academic domain. The paraeducator's duties will include assisting with special education students ranging in one-on-one to small group activities under the supervision of the certified teacher/specialist. The employee will assist with a variety of instructional clerical tasks. The employee may be working in an inclusion model.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

• Tutor individuals and/or groups in specific skills as directed by the teacher.
• When trained, will assist the teacher in administering special instructional and or behavioral programs.
• Communicate and work with related resource personnel.
• Supervise students in accordance with the school and district policies.
• Plan daily/weekly with the teachers and other staff members servicing the same students.
• Assist teachers with record keeping.
• Assist the teacher in communicating with other building/district staff members.
• Assist the teacher in communicating with parents.
• Discuss information pertaining to students with teacher or other appropriate staff within your building.
• Inform the advising teacher to any observed problems or information regarding an individual student.
• Give positive reinforcement to students during the school day.
• Assist with the room maintenance and control of books and equipment.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform instructional clerical tasks.
• Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers.
• Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• And one of the following:
  • AA degree
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) and 48 college-level semester credits
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) and 72 college-level quarter credits
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) and pass the state approved paraeducator assessment test

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficient in basic spelling, math and grammar skills
• Experienced and/or training in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: