Paraeducator III

Applitrack; Snoqualmie (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Snoqualmie Valley School District is seeking a Paraeducator III to support instructional activities in a Special Education self-contained setting. Under a certificated teacher’s direction, you will work with students individually or in small groups and assist with behavior and personal hygiene needs.

Must meet Washington paraeducator requirements or equivalent qualifications, including education credits or approved assessments. Benefits include health and retirement options and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Must meet WA State Paraeducator requirements: age 18+, high school diploma, or approved alternative.
• Alternative qualifications include a passing paraeducator assessment or college credits.
• Apprenticeship in paraeducator program is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support in a special education self-contained setting, individually or in small groups.
• Assist with behavior management and personal hygiene needs of high-needs students.
• Support the certificated teacher and follow the assigned classroom plan.

Skills

Age 18+

High school diploma

Passing assessment for Paraeducator

Education

Associate degree or higher

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

Paraeducator apprenticeship

Job description

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Paraeducator III
Anticipated start date:10/13/26
Monday - Thursday:9:20 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. (includes one 15-minute paid break and one 30-minute unpaid meal break)
Friday:9:20 a.m. - 1:50 p.m. (includes one 15-minute paid break)
Weekly working hours:28.5
Wage: $27.36 - $31.97 per hour ( 2026-27 PSE Salary Schedule )

Work Calendar: 2026-27 PSE PARA PRESCHOOL M-F

Position Summary: Under the direction of a certificatedTeacher, this position is primarily instructional but limited to work within a Special Education self-contained setting (individually or in small groups), and will also assist with behavior and personal hygiene issues of high needs Special Education students.For complete details, please see the attached job description.

Must meet WA State Paraeducator requirements:

• At least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent,
• Have received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the Paraeducator Board (www.pesb.wa.gov); OR
• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university.; OR
• Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; OR
• Have completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.

Upon hire, successful candidate must provide:

• Acopy of a High School diploma or HS transcripts, or acceptable equivalent document.
• Official post secondary transcript(s).

• Insurance: This position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, basic life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance provided the assignment is anticipated to work at least 630 hours per year.*
• Retirement Plans: This position is eligible for a 403(b) TSA Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Holidays:This position is eligible for up to 13paid holidays per year.The number of holidays depends on employee's start and end dates.
• Paid Time Off: Employees working 12 months per year earn 12 days of paid vacation per school year. Employees working 237 - 260 days per school year earn 12 days of sick leave. Up to 3 days of personal leave may be granted each school year. Vacation, sick leave, and personal leave are based on scheduled hours and position start date.

*Snoqualmie Valley School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click HERE for an overview of available benefit options.

Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours employees are anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Any employee who is scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a year is eligible for benefits.

Snoqualmie Valley School District complies with all applicable federal and state statutes and regulations and does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis ofsex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and student opportunities. The Snoqualmie Valley School District will also take steps to ensure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all educational programs, services and activities.

Salina Fassler
Associate Director of Student Supports
P.O. Box 400
Snoqualmie, WA 98065

Dr. Alessandra Schiavone
Associate Director of Health and Safety
P.O. Box 400
Snoqualmie, WA 98065

The internal application is for permanent Snoqualmie Valley School District employees who are applying within the same category of position that they currently hold (i.e.: Para I to Para III, Cook's Helper to Cook, etc.).

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