SCHOOL SUPPORT PARAEDUCATOR

Puyallup School District; Meeker (WA); On-site; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Puyallup School District seeks a School Support Paraeducator for Kalles Junior High School. The position runs Monday through Friday from 9:15 AM to 3:00 PM, totaling 5.25 hours per day with coordination time and a 30-minute unpaid break.

Calendar is 191 days; posting is for the 26/27 school year. Requirements include being at least 18, holding a high school diploma or equivalent, and meeting one qualifying option such as an associate degree, required credits, or approved assessments.

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Meet at least one required qualification option listed in official posting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom instruction under supervision.
• Coordinate time and supervise students during the 9:15AM–3:00PM schedule.
• Complete required trainings and documentation for qualification.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher / 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher

ParaPro Assessment score 455+

Pearson Paraprofessional assessment score 220+

Master Teacher Inc. Paraprofessional Online Training Program 65%+

Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council paraeducator apprenticeship

Job description

• Position Type: Paraeducator
• Date Posted: 8/5/2026
• Location: Kalles Junior High
• Date Available: 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR
• Closing Date: 08/11/2026

Posting: AP7796 Location: Kalles Junior High School Position: School Support Paraeducator Rate: PESPA Level 2 Hours: 5.25 hours per day (includes 15 minutes of coordination time and one 30-minute unpaid break) Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:15AM-3:00PM Calendar: 191-Day Notes: THIS POSTING IS FOR THE 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR

Minimum Paraeducator Employment Requirements

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

• Refer to the PSD Education Support Prof Employees (PESPA)-WEA agreements, salary schedules, calendars, and benefits here.

Additional Information

• Your application is active for a period of two years, for the positions you have selected.

Attachment(s):

• Job Description - School Support Paraeducator.pdf