Special Education Paraeducator: Empower Student Success

Bellevue School District; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellevue School District in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Para Educator III to assist and support students with individual learning needs, maximizing student success. The role emphasizes safety, instructional support, and partnership with certified staff.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP components, providing academic and functional instruction, and advocating for students in the least restrictive environment. Requires strong communication and teamwork with diverse learners.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Must have one of the listed credentials (ETS Paraeducator Assessment, AA degree, 72 quarter credits/48 semester credits, apprenticeship, or NACES-evaluated foreign degree).
• WA requirements include First Aid/CPR certification and possibly a WA Driver’s License Type II.

Responsibilities

• Provides for the physical, health and safety needs of students.
• Provides social, emotional, behavioral, and educational support for students with significant disabilities.
• Implements components of IEPs as required.
• Provides direct academic, functional, vocational and specially designed instruction.
• Serves as advocate and support of students with disabilities in their least restrictive environment.
• Supports students with significant emotional regulation challenges.
• Ensures safety of students and staff during escalated behavior.
• Encourages and fosters student independence in all settings.
• Collects data as directed by the case manager/teacher.
• Responds to student medical needs within scope of position.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Behavior management

Confidentiality

Multicultural sensitivity

Physical capability

Daily living support

Seizure care

Restraint techniques

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ETS Paraeducator Assessment

Associate of Arts degree

72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits

Completed registered apprenticeship

Foreign degrees evaluated by NACES

Job description

Bellevue School District in Bellevue, WA is seeking a Para Educator III to assist and support students with individual learning needs, maximizing student success. The role emphasizes safety, instructional support, and partnership with certified staff.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP components, providing academic and functional instruction, and advocating for students in the least restrictive environment. Requires strong communication and teamwork with diverse learners.