SCHOOL SUPPORT PARAEDUCATOR

Puyallup School District; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Puyallup School District is seeking a School Support Paraeducator at Spinning Elementary to assist during arrival and dismissal. This half-time position aligns with a specific weekly schedule: Mondays 10:15-10:30am; Tue-Fri 9:15-9:30am and 3:45-4:00pm.

Minimum requirements include age, high school diploma or equivalent, and one of several qualification paths such as an associate degree or higher, credits, or approved assessments. Training and certification are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Education/assessment requirements determine eligibility for the paraeducator role.
• Multiple pathways exist to qualify, including degrees, credits, or assessments.
• Proof of qualification may be required at hire.

Skills

Be at least eighteen years old

High school diploma or equivalent

Education

Associate degree or higher

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

ParaPro score 455 or higher (ETS)

Pearson Paraprofessional score 220+

Master Teacher online training 65%+

Washington State Apprenticeship paraeducator apprenticeship

Job description

This position is for arrival and dismissal support/crossing. The hours are as follows:

Posting: AP7826

Location: Spinning Elementary

Position: School Support Paraeducator

Rate: PESPA Level 2

Hours: .50 hours per day

Schedule: Mondays 10:15-10:30am Tuesday- Friday 9:15-9:30am and Monday-Friday 3:45-4:00pm

Calendar: 191-Day

Notes: THIS POSTING IS FOR THE 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR

Minimum Paraeducator Employment Requirements

• 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 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

Requirements

• 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.