SpED Paraeducator Pool 2026-2027

Applitrack; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent School District is seeking paraeducators under the KAP Salary Schedule. Salary is annualized and spread through August, with step placement based on verified experience in an educational unit.

Required: AA/Associate degree, or 72 college credits, or ParaPro score 455+ and high school completion or equivalent. If not yet qualified, candidates may apply and test if chosen as finalists, with post-hire state training through the district.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or AA is required as a minimum qualification.
• 72 college credits from an accredited institution are required.
• A ParaPro score of 455 or higher with high school completion or equivalent is required; if not yet met, candidates may apply and take the test if selected.
• Post-hire state training will be completed through the KSD Professional Development Team.

Education

Associate degree or AA from an accredited institution

72 college level credits from an accredited institution

ParaPro Assessment score 455+ and proof of high school completion or equivalent

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Kent School District

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 starting, 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 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.
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 10/4/2026 9:43:41 AM CST.

Internal applicants are Kent School District permanent employees only.Substitutes and temporary staff, please submit an external application.

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