SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - RESOURCE

Applitrack; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Puyallup School District is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator - Resource at Meeker Elementary School. This 6.4-hour position runs Monday through Friday from 9:06 AM to 4:00 PM, with a 191-day calendar and a PESPA Level 3 rate.

The role involves in-class or pull-out services for students with identified needs, with potential to work with one student most of the time. Eligibility requires at least a high school diploma and either an associate degree or completion of specific

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Meet ONE of the following: associate degree or higher, 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher, or score 65%+ on Master Teacher Paraprofessional Online Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class or pull-out paraeducator support to students with identified needs.
• May work primarily with one student.
• Flexibility to ride the bus as needed.
• Support the district paraeducator certification process and training requirements.

Skills

Age 18+

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Education

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits (100 level+)

Master Teacher Paraprofessional training score

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Puyallup School District

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - RESOURCE JobID: 7912

• Date Posted: 10/1/2026
• Date Available: UPON HIRE
• Closing Date: 10/07/2026

Posting: AP7912

Location: Meeker Elementary School

Position:Special Education Para - Resource

Rate: PESPA Level 3

Hours: 6.4 hours per day (Includes 30-minute unpaid break)

Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:06AM 4:00PM

Calendar:191-Day

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

RESOURCE= provides in-class or pull-out services to students with identified needs in all building locations.

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 .

Additional Information

• Your application is active for a period of two years, for the positions you have selected.
• All completed applications will be reviewed by the respective hiring team, and if you are selected for an interview, they will contact you directly by phone or email.

Postings current as of 10/4/2026 9:48:56 AM CST.