Paraeducator I - Kindergarten Support

Edmonds School District; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Edmonds School District is seeking a Paraeducator I to support Kindergarten classrooms. This 3.75-hour daily, 181-day position assists with instructional support, student supervision, and material preparation, working with certificated staff to help create safe, engaging learning environments.

The role is non-continuing for the 2026-2027 school year. Hourly rate ranges from $29.61 to $33.52, with eligibility for SEBB benefits after meeting hours.

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Meet one of the listed education/experience options (associate degree or higher; 72 quarter credits; 48 semester credits; apprenticeship).
• Must pass PESB approved assessments or have completed related training.
• Successful candidates complete mandatory in-person training prior to start date.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Student supervision

Instructional support

Clerical tasks

Educational materials prep

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher OR 72 quarter credits OR 48 semester credits OR apprenticeship

Passing PESB approved assessments (Pearson Paraprofessional or Master Teacher program)

Job description

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Openings as of 8/31/2026

Paraeducator I - Kindergarten Support JobID: 5057

• Date Posted:
  8/28/2026
• Closing Date:
  09/03/2026

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:3.75 hours a day; 181day calendar
Non-Continuing Position:This position is non-continuing for the2026-2027school year only. Typically, non-continuing assignments fill a variety of temporary vacancies to help the school district meet a short-term work demand. This work assignment expires on the end date of employment and there is no reasonable assurance for work after the end date. An employee's total work hours 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 I
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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:

1. Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university
2. Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university
3. Completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
4. Received a passing score on one of the following PESB approved assessments:
   • Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
   • Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program

* * Successful candidates are required to complete mandatory, in-person training/orientation prior to their official start date.

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.

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: