SCHOOL FAMILY SUPPORT LIAISON

Puyallup School District; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Puyallup School District is seeking a School and Family Support Liaison at Waller Road Elementary. This paraeducator role focuses on engaging non-English speaking families, providing interpretation and translation, recording attendance notes, and helping families access district services.

The position is 3 hours per day, Monday through Friday, under PESPA Level 2, on a 191-day calendar. Candidates must meet paraeducator qualifications and supply documentation or test scores; training and

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and hold a HS diploma or equivalent.
• One of: Associate degree or 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at 100 level+ or specific assessments listed.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and translate documents for non-English speaking families.
• Record school messenger information and assist with attendance matters.
• Work with families to optimize the services provided by the school.

Skills

Spanish language

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Position Type: Paraeducator

Date Posted: 10/2/2026

Location: Waller Road Elementary

Date Available: UPON HIRE

Closing Date: 10/08/2026

Posting: AP7918

Location: Waller Road Elementary

Position: School and Family Support Liaison (Spanish Speaker Required)

Rate: PESPA Level 2

Hours: 3 Hours, Monday - Friday

Calendar: 191-Day

Notes: The purpose of this position is to engage non-English speaking families with the services provided by the school(s). Responsibilities vary with the individual assignment, but typically include interpreting, translating documents, recording school messenger information, working with attendance matters and working with families to optimize the services provided.

Dual Language focused school, English and Spanish speaking required.

Minimum Paraeducator Employment Requirements

To be eligible for employment, candidates must meet the following criteria:

1. Be at least eighteen years of age.
2. Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Additionally, candidates must fulfill ONE of the following conditions:

• Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Earn 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Score 455 or higher on the ParaPro Assessment (ETS).
• Score 220 or higher on the Pearson Paraprofessional assessment (not administered by PSD).
• Score 65% or higher on The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program (not administered by PSD).
• Complete an apprenticeship as a paraeducator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.

Proof of Qualification

Candidates must upload documentation verifying that they meet the stated requirements to be considered for employment. This includes providing a copy of an official college transcript or a passing score in one of the following assessments:

• Education Testing Service ParaPro Assessment
• Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
• Master Teacher Inc. Paraprofessional Online Training Program

If submitting an assessment score, proof of a high school diploma or its equivalent must also be provided.

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires the completion and attainment of the state-mandated General Paraeducator Certificate.
• The Paraeducator Certificate Program offers statewide standards-based training for all paraeducators/Education Support Professionals (ESP) and supports a career growth ladder for those wishing to advance their career as a paraeducator or pursue a teaching profession.
• Staff will be required to complete 28 hours of training on the Fundamental Course of Study provided by the district. The first two days of FCS training must be completed within four months of the date of hire, and the second two days within six months of the date of hire, or by September 1 of the next school year. The general certificate is then earned by a paraeducator who completes ten days (70 clock hours) of professional development training.

Benefits and Wages

Please refer to the PSD Education Support Prof Employees (PESPA)-WEA agreements, salary schedules, calendars, and benefits at Agreements & Salary Schedules - Puyallup School District.

Expedite Employment Processing

To expedite employment processing, please provide a minimum of 3 professional references from current and former supervisors, including their email addresses. Contact these references and ask them to respond promptly.

Additional Information

• Your application is active for a period of two years, for the positions you have selected.
• All completed applications will be reviewed by the respective hiring team, and if you are selected for an interview, they will contact you directly by phone or email.
• Please ensure you continue to update your application to reflect any changes such as meeting paraeducator requirements, adding employment history, and supervisor/manager references.
• For further questions, please review How do I become a Paraeducator? or contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

Attachment(s):

• Job Description - School and Family Support Liaison.pdf