School-Based Paraeducator: Inspire & Support Students

Point Quest, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

W-2 employment

Healthcare benefits for eligible

401(k) with company match

Paid sick leave

Support from Ampersand Therapy team

Healthcare benefit eligibility is base

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is hiring multiple paraeducators for the 2026–2027 school year in Bellevue, WA. These full-time, school-based positions support students with classwork, IEP accommodations, and daily routines under a certified teacher.

Responsibilities include assisting students, reinforcing positive behavior, supervising during transitions and meals, preparing materials, and collaborating with teachers while maintaining confidentiality. Benefits include healthcare, 401(k), and paid sick leave.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; district qualifications may apply.
• Ability to follow teacher direction and work effectively with students and school staff.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and professionalism.
• Experience working with children or students with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with classwork, learning activities, and IEP accommodations under the direction of a certified teacher
• Reinforce positive behavior strategies and help maintain a supportive classroom environment
• Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, and other parts of the school day
• Help prepare materials and support classroom routines
• Depending on the assignment, assist students with personal care, feeding, or mobility
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists while maintaining student confidentiality

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patience

Professionalism

Experience with disabilities preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ampersand Therapy is hiring multiple paraeducators for the 2026–2027 school year in Bellevue, WA. These full-time, school-based positions support students with classwork, IEP accommodations, and daily routines under a certified teacher.

Responsibilities include assisting students, reinforcing positive behavior, supervising during transitions and meals, preparing materials, and collaborating with teachers while maintaining confidentiality. Benefits include healthcare, 401(k), and paid sick leave.