SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTER PARAEDUCATOR

Puyallup School District; South Hill (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Puyallup School District seeks a Special Education Paraeducator for the Support Center at Glacier View Junior High School. This 6.95-hour-per-day position runs Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 2:27 PM, with a 30-minute unpaid meal period, and a 191-day calendar.

The role supports students with disabilities, providing instruction and behavior and life skills support as part of a team. Applicants must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Be at least eighteen years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• One of the following qualifications must be met: associate degree or higher; 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits; ParaPro 455+; Pearson Paraprofessional 220+; Master Teacher 65%+; apprenticeship.

Education

Associate degree or higher

72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits

ParaPro Assessment score 455+

Pearson Paraprofessional assessment score 220+

Master Teacher Paraeducator Online Training 65%+

Apprenticeship as paraeducator

Job description

• Position Type: Paraeducator
• Date Posted: 10/29/2026
• Location: Glacier View Junior High
• Date Available: UPON HIRE
• Closing Date: 11/04/2026

Posting: AP7956
Location: Glacier View Junior High School
Position: Special Education Para - Support Center
Rate: PESPA Level 3
Hours: 6.95 hours per day
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00AM - 2:27PM (includes 30-minute unpaid meal period)
Calendar: 191-Day
Notes: Flexibility to ride the bus. May work primarily with one student.

Support Center

provides services in academic instruction to students with a variety of disabilities ranging from severe to profound. In addition to instruction in academic subject areas, the program also offers modified curriculum instruction which may include a combination of the following:

• functional academics
• daily living skills
• prevocational/vocational skills
• behavior skills
• social skills

Minimum Paraeducator Employment Requirements

To be eligible for employment, candidates must meet the following criteria:

1. Be at least eighteen years of age.
2. 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:

• Education Testing Service ParaPro Assessment
• 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.