Special Education Paraeducator - Kalama Elem (2026-27)

EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DIST 112; Kalama (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Educational Service District 112 Kalama School District in Kalama, Washington seeks a Special Education Paraeducator for the 2026-2027 school year. This 32.5-hour per week position follows a school-year schedule with an August 2026 start date.

You will assist the Special Education Teacher with lesson plan preparation, one-on-one and small group instruction, data collection, and communication with parents and staff, while maintaining reliable attendance and supporting students with disabilities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• One of the following educational options: Associate's Degree; 48 sem./72 quarter credits; ParaPro score; Pearson Paraprofessional score; or 65% on Master Teacher Paraeducator training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Special Education Teacher with lesson plan preparation and in-class instruction (one-on-one and small groups).
• Supervise students and collect data to report progress.
• Maintain accurate data records and communicate with staff and parents as directed by the teacher.
• Attend staff meetings and participate as a member of the education team, including parent conferences when applicable.

Skills

Communication

Data collection

Classroom support

Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree or 48 credits

ParaPro / Paraprofessional test

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Special Education Paraeducator - Kalama Elem (2026-27)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5896088

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

We are recruiting for a Special Education Paraeducator to serve Kalama Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year. This position is 32.5 hours per week, school year schedule. Estimated start date August 2026.

General Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Special Education Teacher, the Special Education Paraeducator is responsible for supporting and assisting students with disabilities in various school settings. The Special Education Paraeducator, consistent with the individual education plan (IEP) or individual family service plan (IFSP) assists the Special Education Teacher with lesson plan preparation; one-on-one and small group instruction; classroom management; student observation and assessment; and communication with parents and staff.

Regular attendance required: This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive, productive learning environment. The hours of this position are 32.5 hours per week, school year schedule, and regular attendance during those hours are expected.

Salary

The full salary range the salary range for this position is $21.27 - $26.31 per hour. Offers are made at the beginning of the range.

$21 to $26 Per Hour

Essential Functions

• Assist the Special Education Teacher, consistent with IEP or IFSP goals, in lesson plan preparation; one-on-one & small group instruction; classroom management; student observation & assessment; communication with parents and staff, in a variety of school settings.
• Supervise students.
• Collect data and report student progress.
• Maintain accurate data collection records.
• Communicate with staff and parents as instructed by the Special Education Teacher.
• Provide positive behavior management support, consistent with the IEP or IFSP.
• Attend to the physical needs of students, including moving and positioning students & assisting with personal hygiene needs.
• Participate in staff meetings, inservice programs, workshops and seminars.
• Participate as a member of the education team. May attend parent conferences.

Other Functions

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must meet one of the following educational requirements:
  • Associate's Degree OR
  • 48 sem./72 quarter credits from an accredited college or university; OR
  • Passing score of 455 on the ParaPro Assessment; OR
  • Passing score of 220 on the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment; OR
  • 65% on The Master Teacher, Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a special education classroom setting.
• Knowledge of programs and services for students with disabilities.

Working Conditions

• Classroom setting, may move from classroom to classroom to provide services.
• Provide assistance and attend to the physical needs of students including moving and positioning students and assisting with personal hygiene needs, including but not limited to: tube feeding, catheterization, changing diapers, toileting.
• Sit, stand, and stoop to attend to student's needs & to provide instruction.
• Regular attendance during assigned work schedule.
• Travel within ESD 112 region for meetings and trainings.

Position Type

Part-time

Job Categories

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
  A high school diploma or GED.
  Must meet one of the following educational requirements:
  Associate's Degree; OR
  48 sem./72 quarter credits from an accredited college or university; OR
  Passing score of 461 on the ParaPro Assessment.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Chelsea Jacobson , Coordinator
• 2500 NE 65th Ave
• Vancouver, Washington 98661
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]