SpED Paraeducator - Integrated Program (IP)

Kent Consortium; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent School District in Washington state seeks a SpEd Paraeducator for the Integrated Program (IP) at Emerald Park Elementary. Salary follows the KAP Salary Schedule; step placement depends on verified experience and the pay is annualized and spread through August.

Minimum qualifications include: an AA degree or 72 college credits, or a qualifying ParaPro score of 455 with high school completion or equivalent; candidates must meet state requirements before hire and complete post‑hire state

Qualifications

• AA degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• 72 college credits from an accredited institution.
• ParaPro score of 455 or higher with high school completion or equivalent.

Education

AA degree or higher

72 college credits

ParaPro score 455

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Kent School District

SpED Paraeducator - Integrated Program (IP) JobID: 5341

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:
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.
Emerald Park 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.

Postings current as of 9/19/2026 7:50:18 PM CST.

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