Special Ed Paraeducator — IEP & Student Support

KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Kelso High School seeks a Para-SpEd-LEEP to support a special education teacher. The role is 7.0 hours per day, 191 days per year, temporary for the 2026-2027 school year, with potential hour reductions for Wednesdays and other scheduled events.

Responsibilities include assisting with IEPs, progress reports, daily student supervision, and maintaining records. Candidates should have CPR/First Aid and CPI training, and be able to work as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR and First Aid cards (or ability to obtain) and CPI training (or obtain upon employment).
• Experience or training with students with disabilities preferred.
• Must be able to lift/transfer students up to 21 years old.
• Ability to work cooperatively with teachers, parents and students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher in maintaining necessary records.
• Submit IEPs and progress reports and document services linked to IEPs.
• Assist in daily hygiene activities for students with disabilities as needed.
• Supervise students in cafeteria, classroom, grounds and community.
• Protect students, materials and facilities with proper precautions.
• Uphold school rules, regulations and policies.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance.

Skills

Diversity awareness

Communication

Team collaboration

Student-centered care

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

WSA paraeducator apprenticeship

PESB-approved assessment

Job description

Kelso High School seeks a Para-SpEd-LEEP to support a special education teacher. The role is 7.0 hours per day, 191 days per year, temporary for the 2026-2027 school year, with potential hour reductions for Wednesdays and other scheduled events.

Responsibilities include assisting with IEPs, progress reports, daily student supervision, and maintaining records. Candidates should have CPR/First Aid and CPI training, and be able to work as part of a team.