Paraeducator IA - 1:1 Preschool Program

Edmonds School District; Alderwood Manor (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Edmonds School District is seeking a Paraeducator IA to work in intensive learning support classrooms, including Pre-K and special education settings. Responsibilities include instructional support, material preparation, data collection, and behavior plan implementation.

Shift is 3.25 hours per day, Monday through Thursday, on a 181-day calendar. Non-continuing for the 2026-2027 year with a rate of $32.15–$36.06 per hour; candidates must meet education and PESB requirements and obtain

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Must meet one of the following: associate degree or higher; 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher; completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator; or a passing PESB approved assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with instructional support and supervision in various classrooms.
• Prepare educational materials and monitor student progress.
• Collect data and implement behavior plans.
• Collaborate with staff to support learning experiences.

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or 72 quarter credits

Paraeducator apprenticeship

PESB assessments (ParaPathways / Paraprofessional / Master Teacher)

Job description

• Location: Alderwood Early Childhood Center
• Closing Date: 11/05/2026

Position Information

The Paraeducator IA works collaboratively with students/staff in an intensive learning support classroom, special education classrooms, Pre-K classrooms, or other learning environments. This position assists with a variety of instructional support and supervision duties of students who have learning, communication, physical, behavioral, or emotional disabilities. Additionally, this position prepares educational materials, monitors academic progress, collects student data, and implements behavior plans.

Shift Details: 3.25 hours a day; Monday-Thursday; 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: $32.15 to $36.06 (hourly)(2026-27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)

Position Type: Paraeducator Level IA

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:

• ParaPathways Assessment
• Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
• Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program

Licenses/Special Requirements

• Possession of valid First Aid and CPR Certifications (or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment)
• Certification of de-escalation and physical restraint training (or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment).
• Maintain training and use of proper physical transfer techniques, including use of the Hoyer lift.

* * 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.
• Experience working with students with physical or cognitive disabilities and/or behavior challenges or social/emotional issues desirable.
• 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:

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 Directorof 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]