Paraeducator III

Snoqualmie Valley School District 410; Snoqualmie (WA); On-site; USD 36,726 - 42,967; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) TSA Retirement Savings Plan

Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Snoqualmie Valley School District 410 is seeking a Paraeducator III to assist in a Special Education setting under the direction of a teacher. This role includes instructional support, managing behavior issues, and assisting with personal hygiene for students.

The ideal candidate must be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent. The position offers benefits such as medical insurance, retirement plans, and paid holidays, contingent upon working a minimum of 630 hours per year.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Passing score on Paraeducator assessment or equivalent qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated teacher in instruction for Special Education students.
• Support with personal hygiene issues for high needs students.

Skills

High School diploma or equivalent

Ability to assist with behavior issues

Strong communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Paraeducator III

Anticipated start date: August 26, 2026
Monday - Thursday: 8:50am - 3:50pm (includes one 15-minute paid meal and one 30-minute unpaid meal break)
Friday: 8:50 - 1:50 (includes one 15-minute paid break)
Weekly working hours: 31
Wage: $26.66 - $31.19 per hour (2025-26 PSE Salary Schedule *2026-27 TBD)
Work Calendar: 2026-27 PSE PARA ELEMENTARY M-F

Position Summary

Under the direction of a certificated teacher, 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.

Must meet WA State Paraeducator requirements

• At least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent

Alternate Qualifications

• 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

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

Benefits

• Insurance: This position is 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 13 paid 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). ClickHERE for an overview of available benefit options.

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 of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, 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. 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.

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.