Paraeducator - Student Supervision

Bethel School District, WA; Spanaway (WA); On-site; USD 7,200 - 7,400; Full time

Job summary

Bethel School District in Spanaway hires a Paraeducator to supervise students in non‑classroom settings, including lunchrooms, hallways and playgrounds. The role is 2 hours per day, 164 days per year.

Reporting to the principal, you will monitor safety, reinforce school rules, assist with lunch area tasks, and help integrate students into activities.

Requires ability to communicate effectively, a calm demeanor, and basic first aid training.

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-aged children preferred.
• Ability to supervise students in lunchrooms, halls and playgrounds.
• Knowledge of safety rules and behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Supervises student behavior in lunchrooms, hallways or playgrounds.
• Ensures students follow rules and instructions.
• May assist in setting up lunch tables and cleanup.
• Supervises use of playground equipment and reports repairs.
• Monitors need for first aid and refers for treatment as needed.
• Establishes rapport with students and communicates with staff.

Skills

Supervise students

Discipline and safety

Communication skills

First aid basics

Team collaboration

Education

Experience with school-aged children preferred

Tools

First Aid Certification

Job description

Paraeducator - Student Supervision JobID: 14667

• Date Posted: 8/31/2026
• Location: ROY ELEM
• Closing Date: 09/07/2026

THIS POSITION IS FOR 2 HOURS PER DAY AT 164 DAYS PER YEAR.

PAY FOR POSITION: PSE Salary Schedule Level 3 - $ 22.17

Description:

This position's responsibilities are to ensure the safety and well-being of students in a variety of non-classroom settings, such as lunchrooms, hallways, and playgrounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 1. Supervises student behavior in the lunchroom, hallways or on playgrounds; monitors and mediates disputes; intervenes as necessary. Maintains order; determines and carries out appropriate disciplinary action as required; maintains discipline records.
• 2. Ensures that students follow rules and regulations on playground, in lunchroom, halls, bus loading areas, and other school areas; instructs students in proper behavior.
• 3. May assist in setting up lunch tables; assists in cleaning spills, wiping tables and related straightening of meal area; may dismiss children to recess.
• 4. Supervises safe use of playground equipment; periodically checks equipment for wear or damage; alerts appropriate staff member to needed repairs.
• 5. Monitors need for first aid for injured or ill students and refers for treatment as appropriate.
• 6. Ensures that adults on playground, school perimeter or in hallways have checked in at the school office; reports problems.
• 7. Establishes rapport with students. Communicates with teachers and administrators regarding student behaviors.
• 8. Organizes and participates in intramural sports, games and activities; may act as a referee. Teaches students the rules of various games and how to resolve problems cooperatively. Communicates intramural program to certificated staff.
• 9. Helps to involve isolated students in group activities. Provides positive contact.
• 10. Helps to integrate special needs students in group activities. May be assigned to work one-on-one with special needs students.
• 11. May monitor restrooms during lunch or recess.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• 12. Patrols playground for lost items; instructs students to pick up and return equipment at the end of recess period.
• 13. May serve on various district committees and/or departmental work teams. Models appropriate and cooperative behavior, including protecting confidential information, consistent with district ethical guidelines.
• 14. Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the school principal or assigned administrator.

MENTAL DEMANDS

Required to deal with a wide range of student behaviors; may occasionally deal with distraught or difficult individuals; requires alertness and safety awareness.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

May be required to work outdoors in inclement weather; required to stand for prolonged periods; may be required to lift, move or carry students or equipment; potentially exposed to ordinary infectious diseases carried by students; may need to take precautions to avoid exposure to student bodily fluids; exposed to high noise levels from students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Education, training, skills, and experience necessary to carry out the assignment, experience working with school-aged children preferred.

Allowable Substitutions

Not applicable.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of safety rules, regulations and procedures. Effective oral communication skills. Ability to deal with students in a warm and confident manner. Ability to supervise and correct student behavior. Ability to learn and implement effective behavior management techniques. Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations. Ability to organize and supervise activities. Ability to follow and give instructions. Ability to be fair and consistent when working with children. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and students. Ability to diffuse situations and resolve conflicts.

Licenses/Special Requirements

Requires fingerprinting and background check to determine that there have been no convictions involving physical molestation, abuse, injury or neglect of a minor. Must complete training in and adhere to district infection control plan. Valid first aid card may be required.

PSE UNIT AFFILIATION

Paraeducator/Special Services

WAGES AND BENEFITS

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Non-Discrimination Policy

Bethel School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance / Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, Darius Alexander, [e-mail], 253.800.2019; Title IX Coordinator, Mel Boyd, [e-mail], 253.800.2029; and 504 Coordinator, Melissa Munson-Merritt, [e-mail], 253.800.2301. All individuals may be reached at this address: 516 176th Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: bethelsd.org.