SpED Paraeducator - Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Kent School District; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent School District is seeking a SpEd Paraeducator for Early Childhood Education (ECE) at Fairwood Elementary / Home. Salary is based on the KAP Salary Schedule with step placement tied to verified experience; annualized and spread through August. Hours per day may vary with student days.

Post hire, staff complete state-required training through the KSD Professional Development Team. This role supports students with special needs in a diverse, equity-driven district setting.

Qualifications

• Requires AA degree or higher.
• Must have 72 college credits from an accredited institution.
• Score 455+ on the ETS ParaPro; HS diploma or equivalent required.

Skills

Paraeducator

ECE experience

Special education

Education

AA degree or higher

72 college credits

ParaPro 455+

Tools

ParaPro Assessment

Job description

SpED Paraeducator - Early Childhood Education (ECE) JobID: 5467

Salary Schedule KAP Salary Schedule
Step placement based on verified years of experience in an educational unit.
Salary is annualized and spread through August.

*hours per day is an average - daily schedules may vary based on student days

Paraeducator Requirements

• 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 opportunity 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.

Fairwood Elementary / Home (kent.k12.wa.us)

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.

Postings current as of 10/8/2026 11:56:05 PM CST.