Paraeducator III - 1:1 Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Snoqualmie Valley School District 410 is looking for a Paraeducator III to provide dedicated 1:1 support to students in a Special Education setting. This role involves assisting with behavior management and personal hygiene issues.

The anticipated start date is August 26, 2026, with weekly hours totaling 31. The compensation ranges from $26.66 to $31.19 per hour. Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans based on hours worked.

The position complies with WA State Paraeducator requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Comply with WA State Paraeducator requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to a specific student.
• Assist with behavior and personal hygiene issues.

Skills

Ability to provide 1-to-1 support

Behavior management skills

Knowledge of personal hygiene issues

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Passing score on the Paraeducator assessments

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter or 48 semester credits

Job description

Paraeducator III - 1:1 Support

Anticipated start date: 8/26/2026
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (includes one 15‑minute paid break and one 30‑minute unpaid meal break)
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (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 SECONDARY 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 providing 1‑to‑1 support with a specific student, and will also assist with behavior and personal hygiene issues. 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.

In addition, a paraeducator must also meet one of the following:

• Have received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the Paraeducator Board (www.pesb.wa.gov).
• 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.
• 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:

• A 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). 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Application Deadline

For best consideration, please submit a completed application by June 22, 2026. Job posting open until filled.