Paraeducator I - Basic Resource Support and Office / Health Room

Edmonds School District; Lynnwood (WA); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 46 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSAs/FSAs

Pension Plans (DRS)

Paid Vacation

Résumé du poste

Edmonds School District is seeking a Paraeducator Level 1 to assist certificated staff, support student supervision, and prepare instructional materials in classrooms and learning environments. This position emphasizes safety and routine clerical tasks to support teachers and staff.

Work hours are 4.0 per day across an 181 day calendar, with non-exempt status and an hourly pay range of $29.61 to $33.52 under the 2026-27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule. Eligible benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Meet one of the following: associate degree or 72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits or apprenticeship or PESB assessments.
• Completion of mandatory in-person training prior to start date.

Responsabilités

• Assist certificated staff in classrooms or learning environments and supervise students.
• Prepare educational materials and monitor students' progress, behavior and safety.
• Perform routine clerical tasks to support teachers and district staff.

Connaissances

Classroom support

Student supervision

Material preparation

Clerical tasks

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits

Paraeducator apprenticeship or PESB assessments

Description du poste

Edmonds School District is committed to workplace diversity and aims to attract and retain employees with the right skills, knowledge, and life experiences to meet the needs of each vacancy. We encourage individuals of different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives to apply and seek those who actively embrace our equity-focused direction for the future. Whether you're working in a classroom, driving a school bus, preparing lunches, or supporting one of the many operational and administrative functions, our goal is to create socially, emotionally and intellectually safe learning environments for each student, every day!

Position Information

Works collaboratively with certificated staff in classrooms or other learning environments, assists with a variety of instructional support and student supervision duties; prepares educational materials; monitors students' progress, behavior, and safety. Performs routine clerical tasks to support teachers and other district staff.

Shift Details:

4.0 hours per day; 181 day calendar

Continuing Position:

Employees have reasonable assurance of continued employment to the following school year. However, an employee's total work hours, work locations, and the designated beginning and ending times may vary.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Hourly Rate:

$29.61 to $33.52 (hourly) (2026-27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)

Position Type:

Paraeducator Level 1

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent
• In addition, a paraeducator must 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
• Completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
• Received a passing score on one of the following PESB approved assessments:
• ParaPathways Assessment
• Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
• Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program

Licenses/Special Requirements

• Possession of valid First Aid and CPR Certifications or willingness to acquire depending on job assignment.
• Certification of de-escalation and physical restraint training is required for all employees who work in a self-contained classroom.
• Successful candidates are required to complete mandatory, in‑person training/orientation prior to their official start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with students in an educational setting and/or evidence of an interest in supporting learning experiences.
• Training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity.

Benefits

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) provides access to health care services. Our benefits are provided to eligible positions through SEBB (School Employees Benefits Board). Eligibility for SEBB state health insurance coverage is determined by working 630 hours during the school year.

Eligibility for a state retirement plan through the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) is determined upon hire and is based on a variety of factors.

Below is a general description of benefits and other compensation to be offered for eligible employees:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSAs/FSAs
• Life & AD+D Insurance
• Long‑term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension Plans (DRS)
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• 403(b) Plans
• For more information about insurance benefits, please visit the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) webpage.

Edmonds School District Does Not Discriminate In Any Program Or Activities On The Basis Of Sex, Race, Creed Religion, Color, National Origin, Age Veteran Or Military Status, Sexual Orientation, Gender Expression Or Identity, Genetic Information, 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

• Title IX Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, 425-431-7020, [e-mail]
• Section 504 Coordinator: Jon Bell, Executive Director of Student Services, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, 425-431-7047, [e-mail]
• Civil Rights Compliance and ADA Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 20420 68th Avenue W., Lynnwood, WA 98036, 425-431-7023, [e-mail]