Special Education Paraeducator (Resource) - Support & Impact

KELSO SCHOOL DISTRICT; Kelso (WA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Kelso School District is seeking a Para Educator-Special Education-Resource at Lexington Elementary School to support a student-centered program. The role includes assisting the special education teacher with IEP records, progress reports, and service documentation, while supervising students and maintaining a professional, safe environment.

Responsibilities include following district rules, safeguarding data, and participating in meetings, trainings, and classroom team activities.

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet PESB-approved qualification options.
• Associate degree or higher or 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits.
• Completed apprenticeship as a paraeducator (WSATC-registered).
• Training on the Fundamental Course of Study within funded timelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher with record keeping and IEP-related documentation.
• Submit IEPs and progress reports timely and document services
• Assist with daily hygiene activities for students with disabilities as needed
• Supervise students in cafeteria, classroom, grounds and community areas
• Protect students and school property and uphold rules and policies
• Maintain regular attendance and participate in meetings and trainings

Skills

First aid/CPR

CPI training

Diversity awareness

Team collaboration

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PESB assessment or passing score

Associate degree or higher

72 quarters / 48 semester credits

Washington apprenticeship for paraeducator

Fundamental Course of Study training

Job description

Kelso School District is seeking a Para Educator-Special Education-Resource at Lexington Elementary School to support a student-centered program. The role includes assisting the special education teacher with IEP records, progress reports, and service documentation, while supervising students and maintaining a professional, safe environment.

Responsibilities include following district rules, safeguarding data, and participating in meetings, trainings, and classroom team activities.