SpED Paraeducator - Adaptive Support Center (ASC) - Long Term Temp

Kent School District; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Benefits

Job summary

Kent School District in Kent, WA is seeking paraeducators for Park Orchard Elementary for a long-term temp assignment. The role involves supporting students with daily instructional activities during the 190-day calendar, averaging 4.5 hours per day through 11.25.2026.

Candidates must meet WA paraeducator requirements (AA degree or 72 credits or ParaPro score 455+). If not yet qualified, you may apply and complete the testing prior to hire.

Qualifications

• Must meet Washington paraeducator requirements via one of the listed paths.
• AA degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• 72 college credits from an accredited institution.
• Score 455+ on ParaPro assessment with high school completion or equivalent.
• If not yet qualified, you may apply and take the test prior to hire.

Education

Associate (AA) degree or higher from an accredited institution

72 college level credits from an accredited institution

Score of 455 or higher on the ETS ParaPro Assessment and proof of high school completion or equivalent

Job description

Assignment Type

Long Term Temp

Hours*

4.5 hrs/day thru 11.25.2026

Calendar

190 Day KAP Calendar

Salary Schedule

KAP Salary Schedule

Benefits

Employee Benefits | Kent School District

• hours per day is an average - daily schedules may vary based on student days
• 4 positions available

Paraeducator Requirements

Prior to starring, candidates must meet the minimum employment requirements for paraeducators in the State of Washington through one of the following means:

• Associate (AA) degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• 72 college level credits from an accredited institution
• A score of 455 or higher on the ETS ParaPro Assessment and proof of high school completion or equivalent.
• If you do not yet meet one of these qualifications and are willing to take the ParaPro Assessment, you can still apply. If you are the chosen finalist candidate you will have the opporutnity to take the test prior to being formally hired into the role.

Post Hire Requirements

Upon hire, paraeducators will be required to complete state required training offered through our KSD Professional Development Team.

Park Orchard Elementary

About Kent School District

Mission

Our mission explains our fundamental purpose as an organization. Kent School District's mission is successfully preparing all students for their futures.

Vision

Our vision captures the future we seek to create for our students. Kent School District's vision is to produce graduates who are globally competitive learners. Through equitable access to high quality academic, social, and applied learning, students are ready to excel in college, careers, and in life.

Values

Our core values drive our culture and answer the question, "How do we want to act, consistent with our mission, along the path toward achieving our vision?" Specific values are at the heart of our culture because they are levers that drive us towards achieving shared vision. Throughout this plan, three core values are prioritized:

Equity

Student equity is ensuring that access to quality staff, courses, resources, activities, services and opportunities are provided for all students to succeed and grow based on their individual needs.

Excellence

As a system and individuals, we strive for excellence through the intentional creation of student-centered and efficient actions that operate with coherence.

Community

Partnership with our community prioritizes proactive involvement of those impacted by school district priorities and decision-making.

Kent School District Strategic Plan

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