SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTER PARAEDUCATOR

Puyallup School District; Washington; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Puyallup School District is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator for the Support Center at Brouillet Elementary School. The role involves assisting with academic instruction and supporting students with disabilities within a specialized program.

Candidates must meet the stated education criteria or equivalents, and must be eligible to obtain the state paraeducator certificate. This is a 191-day schedule with a 6.95-hour workday and standard PESPA compensation.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old
• Holds a high school diploma or equivalent
• Meets one of the advanced qualification options listed

Responsibilities

• Assist students with academic instruction within a special education setting
• Provide support within the Special Education Para - Support Center as needed
• Help implement modified curriculum and behavior support plans

Skills

Student support

Behavior support

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree / 72 quarter credits / 48 semester credits

Master Teacher training (65% pass)

Job description

SPECIAL EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTER PARAEDUCATOR JobID: 7855

• Date Posted: 8/26/2026
• Date Available: UPON HIRE
• Closing Date: 09/01/2026

Posting: AP7855
Location: Brouillet Elementary School
Position: Special Education Para - Support Center
Rate: PESPA Level 3
Hours: 6.95 hours per day (Includes 30-minute unpaid break)
Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00AM - 4:27PM
Calendar: 191-Day
Notes: Flexibility to ride the bus. May work primarily with one student.

SUPPORTCENTER= 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 and social skills.

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

• Be at least eighteen years of age.
• Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Additionally, candidates must fulfillONEof 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 65% or higher on The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program (not administered by PSD).

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

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 benefitshere .

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.