SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - DEVELOPMENTAL PRESCHOOL

Puyallup School District; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Puyallup School District is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for Developmental Preschool at Firgrove Elementary. The position runs Tue-Fri, 8:35 AM to 11:35 AM (3 hours daily) within a 191-day calendar, with flexibility to ride the bus and potential to work with a single student.

External candidates may be considered after internal bidding. State requirements include paraeducator certification and 28 hours of district training within specific timeframes.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One of: an associate degree or higher; or 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits; or 65% on Master Teacher online training.

Skills

Paraeducator duties

Eligibility criteria

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits

65% Master Teacher online training

Job description

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - DEVELOPMENTAL PRESCHOOL JobID: 7935

• Date Posted: 10/14/2026
• Date Available: UPON HIRE
• Closing Date: 10/20/2026

Posting: AP7935
Location: Firgrove Elementary
Position: Special Education Para - Developmental Preschool
Rate: PESPA Level 3
Hours:3 hours per day
Schedule:Tuesday - Friday, 8:35AM to 11:35AM
Calendar:191-Day
Notes: Flexibility to ride the bus. May work primarily with one student.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS WILL BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION ONCE THE INTERNAL BIDDING PROCESS HAS BEEN COMPLETED.

DEVELOPMENTALPRESCHOOL= provides services to preschool age students with developmental disabilities within a self-contained setting.

Minimum Paraeducator Employment Requirements

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 .

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.

Additional Information for External Candidates

• Your application remains active for two years for selected positions.
• Hiring teams will review all completed applications. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by phone or email.
• Update your application regularly to reflect any changes, such as meeting paraeducator requirements, new employment history or references.