Paraeducator II - 1:1 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program (2 positions)

Edmonds School District; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

SEBB health insurance eligibility

State retirement plan (DRS)

Job summary

Edmonds School District is seeking a Paraeducator II for a 1:1 Deaf and Hard of Hearing program at Edmonds-Woodway High School. The role supports certificated staff, adapts materials for students with specialized needs, and monitors progress, behavior, and safety.

The position is non-continuing for the 2026-27 school year, 5.55 hours/day, 181-day calendar, and hourly pay of $33.00–$36.91. Fluency in ASL preferred; certifications in first aid/CPR required.

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 higher; 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher; completed paraeducator apprenticeship; PESB assessments.
• PESB approved assessments include ParaPathways, Pearson Paraprofessional, Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated staff in delivering instructional programs in specialized areas (e.g., DHH, computer lab, vocational education).
• Adapt and implement educational materials to students' specialized needs.
• Monitor students' progress, behavior, and safety.
• Perform routine clerical and office tasks supporting teachers and district staff.

Skills

ASL fluency preferred

Experience with students with disabil

Diversity training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits (100+ level)

Paraeducator apprenticeship

PESB assessments (ParaPathways, Pearson, Master Teacher)

Job description

Paraeducator II - 1:1 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program JobID: 5095

• Date Posted: 9/15/2026
• Location: Edmonds-Woodway High School
• Closing Date: 10/04/2026

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:

The Paraeducator II assists certificated staff in delivering instructional programs by working in specialized areas such as: computer lab, deaf and hard of hearing (DHH), vocational education, case management and/or intervention. This position adapts and implements educational materials to students' specialized needs.The Paraeducator II position monitors students' progress, behavior, and safety. Additionally, this position performs a variety of routine clerical and office tasks supporting teachers and other district staff.

Shift Details:5.55 hours a day; 181day calendar
Non-Continuing Position: This position is non-continuing for the 2026-2027school 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: $33.00 to $36.91 (hourly)(2026-27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)
Position Type: Paraeducator Level ll

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 Certification.
• 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:

• 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.
• ASL fluency preferred.

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.

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, Director Executiveof 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]