Special Education Paraprofessional: One-on-One Support

Tacoma Public Schools; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Tacoma Public Schools is hiring a Paraeducator to provide one-on-one support to a student with a disability and assist a certificated teacher during the school day.

The role requires completion of the General Paraeducator Certificate and attendance at required district training sessions, with opportunities to grow within the ESP career ladder. Behavior and safety training are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 72 credit hours as required.
• Possess General Paraeducator Certificate or be willing to complete program.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students individually or in small groups as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with self-care activities and daily living tasks when needed.
• Supervise students during recess/lunch and assist with safe movement in the building.
• Record student progress and communicate with teachers and families.

Skills

One-on-one instruction

Data recording & reporting

Sign language basics

Communication with families

Education

Associate degree or 72 credit hours

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Tacoma Public Schools is hiring a Paraeducator to provide one-on-one support to a student with a disability and assist a certificated teacher during the school day.

The role requires completion of the General Paraeducator Certificate and attendance at required district training sessions, with opportunities to grow within the ESP career ladder. Behavior and safety training are required.