Paraeducator II - VOICE Program

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Edmonds School District is seeking a Paraeducator II for Scriber Lake High School in Lynnwood, WA. This non-continuing role supports certificated staff in delivering instructional programs in specialized areas and helps monitor student progress, behavior, and safety.

The position is 6.0 hours daily, Monday-Thursday, with an 181-day calendar. Mandatory in-person training may be required before start date. Hourly pay ranges from $33.00 to $36.91. Non-exempt status, classified staff salary schedule.

Qualifications

• 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 PESB approved assessments: Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment; Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program

Responsibilities

• Assists certificated staff in delivering instructional programs in specialized areas such as computer lab, DHH, vocational education, case management and/or intervention.
• Adapts and implements educational materials to students' specialized needs.
• Monitors students' progress, behavior, and safety; performs routine clerical and office tasks.
• Supports teachers and district staff as needed.

Skills

Student support

Classroom support

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or 72 credits

WA paraeducator apprenticeship

PESB assessments (Pearson/ Master Teacher)

Job description

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Openings as of 8/19/2026

Paraeducator II - VOICE Program JobID: 5017

• Date Posted: 8/11/2026
• Location: Scriber Lake High School
• Closing Date: 08/20/2026

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: 6.0 hours a day / Monday - Thursday; 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 - $36.91 (hourly)(2026-27 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)

Position Type: Paraeducator Level ll

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

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

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.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience working with students in an educational setting and/or evidence of an interest in supporting learning experiences.
2. Experience working with students with physical or cognitive disabilities and/or behavior challenges or social/emotional issues desirable.
3. 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.

• 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]