Preschool Special Education Paraeducator

PSD Preschool; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

PSD Preschool in Pullman, WA, seeks a part-time Preschool Special Education Paraeducator to support students under the supervision of the Special Education Teacher. Starting immediately, duties include assisting with instructional activities across settings and maintaining student records.

The role requires at least 2 years of college or an associate's degree, plus experience with special needs and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Training and collaboration with staff are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years of college coursework (72 quarter credits/48 semester credits) or an associate's degree.
• Or completed one of: ETS ParaPro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher, Pearson Paraprofessional assessment, or Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.
• Evidence of in-service training and/or experience working with students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Willingness to be trained and work collaboratively with the Special Education/Resource Room Teacher.
• Work directly with students as defined by individual programs in multiple settings.
• Assist with record keeping, reporting, and forms; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Special needs experience

Lifting 50 lbs

Willingness to be trained

Education

Two years of college credit

Associate's degree

ParaPro/credential equivalent

Job description

Preschool Special Education Paraeducator

Pullman School District 267 PSD Preschool - Pullman, Washington Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5924855

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DEFINITION OF POSITION : The Preschool Special Education Paraeducator will serve as an instructional assistant under the immediate supervision of the Special Education Teacher.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISORS : Building Principal and Special Education Teacher

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Completed at least 2 years of study (72 quarter credits/48 semester credits) at an institution of higher education or possess an associate's (or higher) degree or completed one of the following: ETS ParaPro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher, Pearson Paraprofessional assessment, or Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program
• Evidence of in-service training and/or successful experience working with students with special needs
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Experience/training in special education
• Experience working with students with physical disabilities
• Experience/training in alternative communication
• Experience/training in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
• Experience/appreciation of diverse student population

ESSENTIAL JOB-RELATED ACTIVITIES :

• Willingness to be trained
• Work collaboratively under the direction of the Special Education/Resource Room Teacher
• Work directly with students as defined by their individual programs and in multiple settings
• Assist special education personnel with record keeping and reporting
• Take directions and follow through without direct supervision
• Attend, with the highest priority, to the safety of children
• Work with behaviorally disabled children
• Work with severely disabled children
• Address hygiene issues including, but not limited to, changing diapers
• Ability to meet the demands of restraining, lifting and moving disabled students
• Provide structure and direction to reluctant students
• Participate in training to perform minor medical procedures under the direction of the school nurse
• Assist with record keeping, typing reports, completing forms, etc.
• Possess and practice strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of people both inside and outside the organization (staff, parents, community members, other agencies, etc.)
• Be a positive team builder who works in a collaborative manner
• Meet multiple demands in pressure situations and maintain high levels of quality work
• Maintain confidentiality
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Regularly demonstrate professionalism in appearance, actions, decisions, and overall performance
• Work with minimal supervision and be flexible
• Carry out other assigned duties as needed

TERMS OF CONTRACT :

• Salary: Special Education Paraeducator: $25.02 - $28.81/hour
• Length of Contract: 3.25 hours/day (Monday through Thursday from 8:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.), 144 days/year plus two additional district directed days for a total of approximately 500 hours per academic year
• Benefits/Leaves: Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage is provided through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Additional benefits may include sick/emergency leave and personal leave as per the collective bargaining agreement between the Pullman Paraeducators Association (PPA) and the Pullman School District (Pullman Paraprofessionals CBA Final ).

The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent, [phone], [e-mail], and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Assistant Director of Special Services [phone], [e-mail]. 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at [phone]. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR): https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/ list/ocr/index.html. Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: https://www. pullmanschools.org/hib-discrimination

PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $25.02 to $28.81 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dagny Myers
• 240 SE Dexter St.
• Pullman, Washington 99163
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]