Paraeducator – School-Based | Up to $25/hr

Covelo Group; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Weekday schedule

No nights or weekends

Job summary

Covelo Group is seeking a Paraeducator to support students in a Tacoma, WA, K–12 school setting. This full-time, weekday role offers compensation up to $25/hr based on experience, with no evenings or weekends.

You’ll assist students one-on-one or in small groups and collaborate with teachers to support learning and success. Responsibilities include reinforcing lessons, following individualized plans, and ensuring a safe, respectful classroom environment while promoting student growth and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.
• School-based experience preferred but not required.
• Experience working with children or individuals with special needs is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Help students participate in classroom instruction and daily activities.
• Reinforce academic lessons, classroom expectations, and social skills.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support based on student needs.
• Follow Individualized Education Programs and 504 Plans.
• Observe student behavior and communicate concerns or progress to the supervising teacher.
• Redirect challenging behaviors and reinforce positive choices.
• Prepare or modify instructional materials as directed.
• Accompany and supervise students during meals, breaks, transitions, and other activities.
• Support students participating in prescribed therapies as needed.
• Assist with mobility and personal care when required by assignment.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Paraeducator – School-Based | Up to $25/hr

Paraeducator – School-Based | Up to $25/hr | Tacoma, WA

Up to $25/hr | Monday–Friday | K–12 School Setting

Looking for a paraeducator job in Tacoma, WA with a consistent weekday schedule? Join a local school program where you’ll work directly with students who need additional academic, behavioral, or personal support during the school day.

You may provide one-on-one support to an individual student or assist several students in a classroom. Assignments may include students from prekindergarten through adult-transition programs with needs ranging from mild to severe.

Why You Should Apply

• Earn up to $25/hr, based on experience and qualifications
• No nights or weekends
• Work directly with students and school staff
• Gain valuable special education and classroom experience
• Help students build skills and participate more fully in school
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more are available starting on the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment.

What You’ll Do

• Help students participate in classroom instruction and daily school activities
• Reinforce academic lessons, classroom expectations, and social skills
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support based on student needs
• Follow Individualized Education Programs, 504 Plans, and behavior support plans
• Observe student behavior and communicate concerns or progress to the supervising teacher
• Redirect challenging behaviors and reinforce positive choices
• Prepare or modify instructional materials as directed
• Accompany and supervise students during meals, breaks, transitions, and other activities
• Support students participating in prescribed occupational, physical, or speech therapy services
• Assist with mobility, hygiene, toileting, diapering, grooming, or other personal care when required by the assignment
• Protect each student’s privacy, safety, and dignity
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association
• Previous school-based experience is preferred but not required
• Experience working with children or individuals with special needs is helpful
• Patient and dependable approach to working with students
• Ability to remain calm when responding to challenging situations
• Ability to follow instructions and apply feedback from teachers and supervisors
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work at different school sites based on assignment needs

*This pay range represents Covelo Group's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.

Covelo Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.