Quincy High School *Para Educator I

Quincy High School; Quincy (WA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance benefits

Paid leave benefits

Equal employment opportunity

Job summary

Quincy School District is seeking a Para-Educator I at Quincy High School to support instructional goals under the supervision of a certificated teacher. This role involves direct student contact, plan development, materials preparation, and collaboration with staff to maintain an effective learning environment.

The position emphasizes supporting diverse student needs, confidentiality, and bilingual Spanish communication to assist families and students.

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education (per Higher Education Act) or an Associate’s degree.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent.
• Pass the ETS Para Pro Assessment test.

Responsibilities

• Support diverse student needs academically in general education or resource classrooms.
• Develop plans, materials, and activities under the certificated teacher’s direction.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and community.

Skills

Communication

Student support

Bilingual (Spanish)

Confidentiality

Education

Two years of college coursework

Associate’s degree

ParaPro assessment

Tools

Basic computer literacy

Job description

Quincy High School *Para Educator I

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Job Details

Job ID: 5868742

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 03, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT

PARA-EDUCATOR I

Supervisor: Building Principal
Bargaining Unit: PSE Salary Schedule
Location/Assignment: Quincy High School
Conditions of work: 180 days

School Year: 2026-27

SUMMARY:

The position of Para-educator I works under the supervision of the certificated teacher and other staff personnel to assist in accomplishing the goals and objectives of the instructional program. Typically, in the general education or resource classroom.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Experience in supporting diverse student needs academically at the elementary/middle and /or high school level classrooms.
• Develop plans, materials, and activities for students under the direction of the certificated teacher.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and community.
• Experience in positive behavior supports preferred to maintain an environment conductive to learning.
• Understand and apply program activities, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of information and records.
• Work collaboratively with supervising teacher and colleagues.
• Keep documentation/data for teachers when requested.
• Direct contact with students in the classroom and in other supervisory capacities.
• Bilingual preferred in Spanish to help support student diverse language needs and parent communications.
• Other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education, it must meet the criteria of the Higher Education Act, Section 101 (a). All classes must be at level 100 or higher, OR
• Associate’s degree OR
• Pass the ETS Para Pro Assessment test.
• Experience working with P-12 students.
• First Aid/CPR card or ability to obtain.
• Demonstrate basic computer literacy skills.
• Demonstrate consistent punctuality and attendance.
• Demonstrate flexibility with schedule changes as students’ needs change.
• Work in noisy and crowded environments.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

UNION AFFILIATION

This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington

BENEFITS

Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability plans through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Click here for more detailed information on benefits. https://www.qsd.wednet.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts

180-259 Day Employees- Paid leave benefits to include 10 sick days, 10 paid holidays, and 3 personal leave days.

260 Day Employee-Paid leave benefits to include a minimum of 12 sick days, 13 paid holiday and 3 personal leave days and a minimum of 10 days’ vacation after the first year.

*Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day

Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sunshine Pray , Special Educaton Director
• District Office
• Email: [e-mail]

Quincy School District 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.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Superintendent, [e-mail], 404 1st AVE SW, Quincy, WA 98848, [phone].

Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, [e-mail], 404 1st AVE SW, Quincy, WA 98848, [phone].

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Assistant Superintendent, [e-mail], 404 1st AVE SW, Quincy, WA 98848, [phone].