Paraeducator - General Education

Kent Consortium; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent School District is seeking a Paraeducator - General Education at River Ridge Elementary in Kent, WA. The position follows the KAP Salary Schedule with step placement based on verified years of experience; salary is annualized and paid through August.

Candidates must meet WA paraeducator requirements (AA degree or 72 college credits or ParaPro score 455+, with high school completion). Hours per day are averaged; schedules may vary with student days.

Qualifications

• Minimum WA paraeducator employment requirements must be met before hire.

Education

AA degree or higher

72 college credits

ParaPro 455+ score

High school completion/equivalent

Job description

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Openings as of 9/1/2026

Paraeducator - General Education JobID: 5201

Salary Schedule KAP Salary Schedule
Step placement based on verified years of experience in an educational unit.
Salary is annualized and spread through August.

*hours per day is an average - daily schedules may vary based on student days
Paraeducator Requirements:
Prior to starring, candidates must meet the minimum employment requirements for paraeducators in the State of Washington through one of the following means:

• Associate (AA) degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• 72 college level credits from an accredited institution
• A score of 455 or higher on the ETS ParaPro Assessment and proof of high school completion or equivalent.
  • If you do not yet meet one of these qualifications and are willing to take the ParaPro Assessment, you can still apply. If you are the chosen finalist candidate you will have the opporutnity to take the test prior to being formally hired into the role.

Post Hire Requirements:Upon hire, paraeducators will be required to complete state required training offered through our KSD Professional Development Team.
River Ridge Elementary / Home (kent.k12.wa.us)

About Kent School District

Mission:Our mission explains our fundamental purpose as an organization. Kent School District's mission is successfully preparing all students to their futures.
Vision:Our vision captures the future we seek to create for our students. Kent School District's vision is to produce graduates who are globally competitive learners. Through equitable access to high quality academic, social, and applied learning, students are ready to excel in college, careers, and in life.
Values:Our core values drive our culture and answer the question, "How do we want to act, consistent with our mission, along the path toward achieving our vision?" Specific values are at the heart of our culture because they are levers that drive us towards achieving shared vision. Throughout this plan, three core values are prioritized:

Equity:Student equity is ensuring that access to quality staff, courses, resources, activities, services and opportunities are provided for all students to succeed and grow based on their individual needs.
Excellence:As a system and individuals, we strive for excellence through the intentional creation of student-centered and efficient actions that operate with coherence.
Community:Partnership with our community prioritizes proactive involvement of those impacted by school district priorities and decision-making.

Postings current as of 9/1/2026 3:00:34 AM CST.

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