SCHOOL SUPPORT PARAEDUCATOR

Puyallup School District; Puyallup (WA); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 54.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Professional development

Career growth ladder

Resumo da vaga

Puyallup School District is seeking qualified paraeducators with a high school diploma or higher, and with one of several credential options. The role involves supporting students and following district training requirements, including the 28 hours of FCS training and 70 clock hours for the general certificate.

Applicants must upload transcripts or certification proofs and provide references to expedite processing. This posting covers the 26/27 school year and is active for two years.

Qualificações

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• One of the following credential paths must be met to qualify.

Responsabilidades

• Facilitate paraeducator responsibilities as defined by the district.
• Prepare and support student learning under supervision.
• Maintain documentation and participate in required training and certification.

Formação

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits (100 level+)

65% or higher on Master Teacher Paraprofessional Training

Descrição da vaga

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Puyallup School District

Calendar:191-Day
Notes:THIS POSTING IS FOR THE 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR

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

• Be at least eighteen years of age.
• 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 65% or higher on The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program (not administered by PSD).

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:

• 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 .

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.

Postings current as of 9/19/2026 6:34:26 PM CST.

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