Special Education Paraeducator - Wendt Elementary

EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DIST 112; Cathlamet (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DIST 112 Wahkiakum School District in Cathlamet, Washington is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for Wendt Elementary. This position is 31 hours per week on a school-year schedule.

Under the guidance of the Special Education Teacher, you will support students with disabilities, help with lesson plans, one-on-one and small group instruction, data collection, and communication with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must meet one of the following educational requirements: Associate's Degree; 48 sem./72 quarter credits; ParaPro score 455; Pearson Paraprofessional score 220; or 65% on Master Teacher Paraeducator Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in lesson plan preparation and one-on-one/small group instruction.
• Support students with disabilities across classroom settings.
• Collect data and report student progress to teachers and parents.
• Maintain accurate data records and communicate with staff as directed.
• Attend staff meetings and participate as a member of the education team.

Skills

Special Education experience

Knowledge of disabilities programs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

48 sem./72 quarter credits

ParaPro Assessment score 455

Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment score 220

Master Teacher Paraeducator Training 65%

Job description

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Special Education Paraeducator - Wendt Elementary

EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DIST 112 Wahkiakum School District - Cathlamet, Washington Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5960789

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

We are recruiting for a Special Education Paraeducator to serve Wendt Elementary in the Wahkiakum School District. This position is 31 hours per week, school year schedule.

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 $21.82 - $26.99 per hour. Offers are made at the beginning of the range.

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/Preferred Qualifications & Skills

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

Salary: $21 to $26 Per Hour

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]