Paraeducator Specialist - Special Education @ Vanguard Academy

Vanguard Academy; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Academy in Moses Lake, WA, seeks a Paraeducator Specialist - Special Education to support students with disabilities under certified staff supervision. You will assist with instructional objectives defined in IEPs and help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The role requires strong communication, reliability, and the ability to work independently or in small groups. It is a full-time position with a 6.50-hour day schedule and 180 days per year, subject to building needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 72 college quarter credits from a nationally accredited institution/pass ETS test required.
• Must communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must be accurate and efficient at completing tasks on time without constant supervision.
• Ability to relate positively with students, parents, and staff/teachers, supervisory staff.
• Must be able to work effectively with small groups or individual students under supervision of certificated staff.
• Ability to accurately keep records.
• Willing to respond with compassion to students needing personal care and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Meet performance expectations as outlined in MLSD #161 Classified Employee Performance Evaluation.
• Always punctual and inform supervisor early if absences are required.
• Maintain neat appearance and dress appropriately for the job.
• Lift up to fifty pounds.
• Follow instructions promptly and accurately with a positive attitude.
• Follow a duty schedule as assigned.
• Follow prescribed behavior plans as assigned and apply discipline per district procedures.
• Work independently and solve problems with minimal supervision.
• Work well with special needs students individually or in small groups per IEP under certified staff supervision.
• Build positive relationships with special needs students and encourage peer interactions.
• Receive Non-violent Crisis Intervention and Non-violent Restraint training.
• Intervene effectively when students are out of control using district-approved methods.
• Gain understanding of specific disabilities through training.
• Supervise special needs students in classroom and during arrival/departure.
• Monitor activities for safety and compliance with rules.
• Provide emergency first aid as necessary.

Skills

Communication

Record keeping

Independent work

Compassionate care

Education

High school diploma or GED and 72 college quarter credits

Job description

Shift time is subject to building needs.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

If you do not have the minimum college credits for this position, you may take theParaeducatorAssessment. Complete this FORM if you'd like to be scheduled for the assessment.

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 72 college quarter credits from a nationally accredited institution/pass ETS test required.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must be accurate and efficient at completing tasks on time without constant/direct supervision.
• Ability to relate in a positive manner with students, parents, and staff/teachers, supervisory staff.
• Must be able to work effectively with small groups or individual students under the supervision of certificated staff.
• Ability to accurately keep records.
• Must be willing to respond with compassion to a student needing assistance with personal care, including verbally coaching students trhoughsuch situations.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet performance expectations as outlined in MLSD #161 Classified Employee Performance Evaluation.
• Always punctual. If absences are required, informs the supervisor early enough so that normal workflow is not interrupted.
• Well-groomed and has a neat and clean appearance. Dresses appropriately for the job assignment.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Promptly and accurately follows specific instructions, and performs duties with a positive attitude.
• Follows a duty schedule as assigned.
• Follows prescribed behavior plans as assigned.
• Applies appropriate discipline according to district procedures and behavior plans.
• Works independently and solves problems with minimal supervision.
• Works well with special needs children individually or in small groups to communicate the appropriate learning objectives as outlined in their individualized educational program (IEP) under the supervision of certified staff.
• Builds a positive relationship with special needs students.
• Encourages special needs students to develop positive relationships with their peers.
• Willing to receive Non-violent Crisis Intervention and Non-violent Restraint training.
• Effectively intervenes and controls students when they are out of control (e.g. fighting, acting out, having tantrums, etc.) by using the appropriate restraining methods approved by the district.
• Receives training to gain an understanding of specific disabilities.
• Responsibly supervises special needs students in the classroom.
• Responsible for the supervision of special needs students upon arrival and departure from school.
• Monitors activities to ensure safety and compliance with school rules.
• Willingness to provide emergency first aid as necessary.
• Willingness to obtain/possess a current First Aid card required.
• Physical ability to perform required duties.
• Willingness to receive training in crisis intervention and/or restraining techniques, and use those skills as determined by certified staff.
• Willingness to assist with medically fragile children.
• Willingness to work with students with behavior difficulties.
• Must be able to work independently and solve problems with a minimum of supervision.
• Must have the ability to apply appropriate discipline according to district procedures.
• Ability to interpret as needed if the individual possesses multiple language skills.
• Maintain district assigned email; reading and responding to messages daily.
• Other duties as assigned

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Affiantive Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, [phone], [e-mail]; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766- 2670, [e-mail]

Paraeducator Specialist - Special Education @ Vanguard Academy

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Job Details

Job ID: 5984405

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Classified Salary Range

Benefits Available

ParaeducatorSpecialist

Vanguard Academy

6.50 hrs per day/180 days per year

Shift time is subject to building needs.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

If you do not have the minimum college credits for this position, you may take theParaeducatorAssessment. Complete this FORM if you'd like to be scheduled for the assessment.

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 72 college quarter credits from a nationally accredited institution/pass ETS test required.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Must be accurate and efficient at completing tasks on time without constant/direct supervision.
• Ability to relate in a positive manner with students, parents, and staff/teachers, supervisory staff.
• Must be able to work effectively with small groups or individual students under the supervision of certificated staff.
• Ability to accurately keep records.
• Must be willing to respond with compassion to a student needing assistance with personal care, including verbally coaching students trhoughsuch situations.

SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet performance expectations as outlined in MLSD #161 Classified Employee Performance Evaluation.
• Always punctual. If absences are required, informs the supervisor early enough so that normal workflow is not interrupted.
• Well-groomed and has a neat and clean appearance. Dresses appropriately for the job assignment.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Promptly and accurately follows specific instructions, and performs duties with a positive attitude.
• Follows a duty schedule as assigned.
• Follows prescribed behavior plans as assigned.
• Applies appropriate discipline according to district procedures and behavior plans.
• Works independently and solves problems with minimal supervision.
• Works well with special needs children individually or in small groups to communicate the appropriate learning objectives as outlined in their individualized educational program (IEP) under the supervision of certified staff.
• Builds a positive relationship with special needs students.
• Encourages special needs students to develop positive relationships with their peers.
• Willing to receive Non-violent Crisis Intervention and Non-violent Restraint training.
• Effectively intervenes and controls students when they are out of control (e.g. fighting, acting out, having tantrums, etc.) by using the appropriate restraining methods approved by the district.
• Receives training to gain an understanding of specific disabilities.
• Responsibly supervises special needs students in the classroom.
• Responsible for the supervision of special needs students upon arrival and departure from school.
• Monitors activities to ensure safety and compliance with school rules.
• Willingness to provide emergency first aid as necessary.
• Willingness to obtain/possess a current First Aid card required.
• Physical ability to perform required duties.
• Willingness to receive training in crisis intervention and/or restraining techniques, and use those skills as determined by certified staff.
• Willingness to assist with medically fragile children.
• Willingness to work with students with behavior difficulties.
• Must be able to work independently and solve problems with a minimum of supervision.
• Must have the ability to apply appropriate discipline according to district procedures.
• Ability to interpret as needed if the individual possesses multiple language skills.
• Maintainadequate attendance.
• Maintain district assigned email; reading and responding to messages daily.
• Other duties as assigned

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX, Civil Rights, Affiantive Action, and Equal Opportunity officer, Michelle Musso, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, [phone], [e-mail]; OR Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Samantha Burgess, 1620 S Pioneer Way, Moses Lake, WA 98837, (509) 766- 2670, [e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $22.25 to $27.36 Salary Range: Per P.S.E. Contract Schedule

Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Matthew Stevens , Principal
• Vanguard Academy
• Phone: [phone] ext.27099