SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - WRAP

Puyallup School District; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Puyallup School District is seeking a Special Education Para - WRAP to support students with significant social skills and behavioral challenges, particularly those related to autism.

This role requires flexibility and interpersonal skills to aid one-on-one student interaction effectively. Qualified candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent and meet additional educational criteria.

A commitment to complete state-mandated training is also essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Fulfill one of the conditions for qualification as a paraeducator.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to students with social skills and behavioral delays.
• Support students with autism and related needs.
• Complete state-mandated training for Paraeducator Certification.

Skills

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits

Job description

Posting Information

Posting: AP7607

Location: Ferrucci Junior High School

Position: Special Education Para - WRAP

Rate: PESPA Level 3

Hours: 6.95 hours per day (Includes 30 minute unpaid break)

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00AM to 2:27PM

Calendar: 191-Day

Notes: THIS POSTING IS FOR THE 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR

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

External Applicants

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS WILL BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION ONCE THE INTERNAL BIDDING PROCESS HAS BEEN COMPLETED.

WRAP

Provides services to students with significant delays in social skills, communication, and behavior which is primarily related to or caused by autism, without accompanying significant cognitive, language or adaptive delays. Students may also have associated sensory, motor, and/or academic needs.

Minimum Paraeducator Employment Requirements

• 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 455 or higher on the ParaPro Assessment (ETS).
• Score 220 or higher on the Pearson Paraprofessional assessment (not administered by PSD).
• Score 65% or higher on The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program (not administered by PSD).
• Complete an apprenticeship as a paraeducator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.

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.

Expedite Employment Processing

• To expedite employment processing, please provide a minimum of 3 professional references from current and former supervisors, including their email addresses. Contact these references and ask them to respond promptly.

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.
• Please ensure you continue to update your application to reflect any changes such as meeting paraeducator requirements, adding employment history, and supervisor/manager references.
• For further questions, please review How do I become a Paraeducator? or contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

Attachment(s)

• Job Description - SE WRAP Paraeducator.pdf