Paraeducator - Transitional Kindergarten

Kelso School District; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Kelso School District in Lexington Elementary seeks a Para Educator for Transitional Kindergarten. This full-time position supports early learners with math, reading, and writing activities, and helps students acquire English skills within the district's educational program.

The role includes record-keeping, assessments, and assisting with daily tasks and safety. The district offers medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and other benefits per the PSE 1 contract;

Qualifications

• Experience with diverse learners preferred.
• Ability to lift and transfer students up to 21 years old.
• Ability to work with teachers, parents and students.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethics.
• Willingness to participate in team meetings and trainings.

Responsibilities

• Work with students on math, reading, and writing within the educational program.
• Support learning English and participate in instructional activities.
• Maintain records and produce instructional materials as needed.
• Administer assessments as directed.
• Provide computer and technical support to students.
• Assist with daily hygiene activities if needed.
• Supervise students in cafeteria, classroom, and on school grounds.
• Uphold school rules and ensure safety.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Team player

Communication

Confidentiality

Record keeping

Student engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree or higher

72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits

ETS paraeducator assessment

Registered apprenticeship as paraeducator

Job description

Paraeducator - Transitional Kindergarten JobID: 1409

• Date Posted:
  9/10/2026
• Location:
  Lexington Elementary

Location: Lexington Elementary School

Para Educator-Transitional Kindergarten
Position Details:7 hrs/day, 8:15am - 3:45pm ; 188 days/year.

Potential reduction hours due to Wednesday early release, early dismissals for parent conferences, holidays, and last day of school; reduction hours subject to change. Job assignment and/or building assignment are subject to change based on program needs determined by the district.

Pay Range: PSE 1 Salary Schedule

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance in accordance with the School Employee Benefits Board rules and regulations. Information about benefits offered can be found HERE . Paid time off and other benefitsareoffered in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 found HERE .

School employees | Washington State Health Care Authority

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with early childhood individuals and/or groups of students on assigned tasks in the areas of mathematics, reading, and writing in the implementation of the educational program
• Work with early childhood individuals and/or groups of students in learning English and in the implementation of the educational program
• Maintain records and produce instructional materials as needed
• Administer assessments as directed
• Provide computer and technical support to students as directed
• Assist in daily hygiene activities, including personal care (toileting, grooming etc.) for students with disabilities, if needed
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, classroom, on school grounds and in the community as needed
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
• Must have regular and consistent attendance

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated awareness and appreciation of diversity among individual students and the ability to set appropriate expectations for individual students
• Previous experience or training in working with students preferred
• Must have physical ability to lift, position and/or transfer students (with assistance as may be required) up to 21 years of age
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teachers, parents and students
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and be able to project a positive, friendly and caring attitude toward others
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to participate in activities and responsibilities as assigned by the classroom teacher
• Demonstrated ability to work independently under the direction of the classroom teacher, while accepting direction and constructive criticism
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters appropriately and ethically Demonstrated ability to work with student records and data collection
• Ability to effectively supervise students in all school areas
• Willingness to participate in classroom team meetings, in-service offerings and local workshops
• Demonstrated ability to use proper grammar and spelling in written and oral communication and be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to use multiple communication systems such as email, computers, document readers, and smart boards
• Neat, clean personal appearance and personal traits that make him/her a good role model for students; work apparel should be appropriate for a professional and safe work environment

EDUCATION:

Be at least eighteen years of age, hold a high school diploma and/or equivalent, AND must meet at least one of the following options:

• hold an AA degree or higher from an accredited college or university; OR
• have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits – all at a 100 level or above at an accredited college or university; OR
• received a qualifying score on the Education Testing Service (ETS) paraeducator assessment OR
• have completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council

Must complete training on the Fundamental Course of Study within the timelines described in RCW 28A.413.070 in years that the program is funded by the legislature

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform all other duties as assigned

BARGAINING UNIT AFFILIATION:

• Public School Employees of Kelso Chapter #1 (PSE 1)

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Kelso School District #458 complies with all federal rules 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, 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 listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. Kelso School District offers classes in many Career and Technical Education (CTE) program areas, such as Agriculture Sciences, Business & Marketing, Family Consumer Sciences, Health Sciences, Skilled & Technical Sciences, and STEM under its open admissions policy. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs.
The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Holly Budge, Director of Human Resources, Title VII Officer, ADA Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [e-mail] , 360.501.1918; and Gunnar Guttormsen, Director of Student Services/Assessment, Title IX & Section 504 Coordinator; 601 Crawford Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [e-mail] , 360.501.1905
For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact: Melissa Boudreau, CTE Director; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [e-mail] , 360-501-1800; or Mara Rinker, Registrar; Kelso High School, 1904 Allen Street, Kelso, WA 98626; [e-mail] , 360-501-1800.
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