Paraeducator - LAP and SpED Paraeducator - Integrated Program (IP)

Kent-School-District; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent School District seeks paraeducators for the LAP and SpED Integrated Program at Cedar Heights Middle School. Positions work 6.5 hours per day with two shift splits (LAP 3.0 hrs, IP 3.5 hrs) and hourly pay between $29.43 and $37.99, depending on role and experience.

Salary is distributed through the KAP Salary Schedule with annualization through August. Posting indicates minimum education requirements, state qualification standards, and post-hire training through the district’s Professional

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• 72 college level credits from an accredited institution.
• A score of 455 or higher on the ETS ParaPro Assessment and proof of high school completion or equivalent.
• If you do not yet meet one of these qualifications you can still apply and will be tested prior to formal hire.

Education

AA degree or higher from accredited institution

72 college level credits from an accredited institution

ParaPro Assessment score of 455 or higher

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Kent School District

Paraeducator - LAP and SpED Paraeducator - Integrated Program (IP) JobID: 5474

• Date Posted:
  10/14/2026
• Location:
  Cedar Heights Middle School
• Closing Date:
  10/21/2026

Contract Type Continuing

Hours* 6.5 hrs/day total*
LAP - 3.0 hours
IP - 3.5 hours

Hourly Salary LAP - Min: $29.43 Max: $36.18
IP - Min: $30.89 Max: $37.99

Salary Schedule KAP Salary Schedule
Step placement based on verified years of experience in an educational unit.
Salary is annualized and spread through August.

*hours per day is an average - daily schedules may vary based on student days
Paraeducator Requirements:
Prior to starring, candidates must meet the minimum employment requirements for paraeducators in the State of Washington throughoneof the following means:

• Associate (AA) degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• 72 college level credits from an accredited institution
• A score of 455 or higher on the ETS ParaPro Assessment and proof of high school completion or equivalent.
  • If you do not yet meet one of these qualifications and are willing to take the ParaPro Assessment, you can still apply. If you are the chosen finalist candidate you will have the opporutnity to take the test prior to being formally hired into the role.

Post Hire Requirements:Upon hire, paraeducators will be required to complete state required training offered through our KSD Professional Development Team.
Cedar Heights Middle / Home (kent.k12.wa.us)

About Kent School District
Mission:Our mission explains our fundamental purpose as an organization. Kent School District's mission is successfully preparing all students for their futures.
Vision:Our vision captures the future we seek to create for our students. Kent School District's vision is to produce graduates who are globally competitive learners. Through equitable access to high quality academic, social, and applied learning, students are ready to excel in college, careers, and in life.
Values:Our core values drive our culture and answer the question, "How do we want to act, consistent with our mission, along the path toward achieving our vision?" Specific values are at the heart of our culture because they are levers that drive us towards achieving shared vision. Throughout this plan, three core values are prioritized:

Equity:Student equity is ensuring that access to quality staff, courses, resources, activities, services and opportunities are provided for all students to succeed and grow based on their individual needs.
Excellence:As a system and individuals, we strive for excellence through the intentional creation of student-centered and efficient actions that operate with coherence.
Community:Partnership with our community prioritizes proactive involvement of those impacted by school district priorities and decision-making.

Postings current as of 10/16/2026 12:58:59 PM CST.

Internal applicants are Kent School District permanent employees only.Substitutes and temporary staff, please submit an external application.

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