Preschool Paraeducator — CTE Classroom Support

Vancouver Public Schools; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Health benefits eligibility

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Vancouver Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator to support preschool children aged 3-5 within a CTE preschool program led by high school students. The role emphasizes collaboration with certificated teachers, safety, and positive student engagement.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to work in a diverse educational environment. Relevant transcripts or ParaPro results may be requested, with eligibility for health and retirement benefits described

Qualifications

• Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED required.
• One of the following: official transcripts verifying an Associate’s Degree (90 quarter, 60 semester) OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits, OR ParaPro 455+
• One year of related experience with children preferred
• Experience in an educational team preferred
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities; ability to think quickly and resolve conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents with dignity and respect.
• Work with certificated teachers to identify student learning needs and monitor progress.
• Assist with small groups or individual students, including those with special needs.
• Provide supervision and ensure student safety and security.
• Perform other tasks assigned by administrator in alignment with job classification.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Adaptability

Discretion / confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree credits or ParaPro (455+)

Job description

Vancouver Public Schools is seeking a paraeducator to support preschool children aged 3-5 within a CTE preschool program led by high school students. The role emphasizes collaboration with certificated teachers, safety, and positive student engagement.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to work in a diverse educational environment. Relevant transcripts or ParaPro results may be requested, with eligibility for health and retirement benefits described