SPECIAL EDUCATION PARA - ASL SIGNING

Puyallup School District; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Part time

Job summary

Zeiger Elementary in Puyallup is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator with ASL signing duties to support eligible students during daily instruction. The position is 5.25 hours per day, Monday to Friday, 9:15 AM to 2:30 PM, with a 191-day calendar and a 30-minute unpaid break.

Responsibilities include signing, direct instruction, student discipline, materials prep, testing, and maintaining records. Candidates must meet the district's paraeducator requirements, including high school diploma

Qualifications

• Must meet the minimum paraeducator employment requirements, including age and education.
• One of the specified credential options must be met (associate degree or credits, or approved assessments).
• Documentation must be uploaded to verify qualifications and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Signing and instruction of students.
• Maintain student discipline and behavior guidance.
• Plan and prepare instructional materials and testing; keep records.

Skills

ASL Signing

Instruction

Discipline

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits

ParaPro/ETS score

Job description

• Position Type: Paraeducator
• Date Posted: 8/10/2026
• Location: Zeiger Elementary
• Date Available: 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR
• Closing Date: 08/14/2026

Posting: AP7809

Location: Zeiger Elementary

Position: Special Education Para - ASL Signing

Rate: PESPA Level 3

Hours: 5.25 hours per day, (Includes 30-minute unpaid break)

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:15AM to 2:30PM

Calendar: 191-Day

Notes: Flexibility to ride the bus. May work primarily with one student.

The purpose of this position is to assist with the delivery of instructional services for eligible students. Responsibilities vary with the individual assignment, but typically include signing, instruction of students, student discipline, planning, preparation of materials, testing, and record keeping.

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

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

To Expedite Employment Processing

Provide a minimum of 3 professional references from current and former supervisors, including their email addresses. Ensure these references respond promptly.

Attachment(s):

• Job Description - Signing Paraeducator.pdf