SPED Paraeducator - Preschool & Elementary Support

Sylvania; Chelan, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

WA State Retirement

Professional Development

Time off (sick, personal leave)

Job summary

Lake Chelan School District has an opening for a Special Education Paraeducator for the 2026/2027 school year. Placement at Lake Chelan Preschool and/or Morgen Owings Elementary for up to 7.5 hours daily, including bus riding with students in afternoons, depending on needs.

Salary range is $23.97–$27.84 per hour, with premium add-ons for AA/BA degrees and clock hours. Responsibilities include implementing IEPs, direct student support, and collaboration with educators.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or 72 college credits OR ParaPro Assessment.
• Experience with children with disabilities preferred.
• Valid first aid/CPR or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities in learning daily living skills.
• Support academic tasks and modify curriculum as directed.
• Help develop social and communication skills and appropriate behavior.
• Implement IEP goals under supervision of a special education teacher.
• Use varied instructional techniques to meet individual needs.
• Maintain a safe classroom and monitor behavior.
• Collect data on progress and maintain confidential records.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and staff; attend meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patience

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or 72 college credits OR ParaPro

Job description

Lake Chelan School District has an opening for a Special Education Paraeducator for the 2026/2027 school year. Placement at Lake Chelan Preschool and/or Morgen Owings Elementary for up to 7.5 hours daily, including bus riding with students in afternoons, depending on needs.

Salary range is $23.97–$27.84 per hour, with premium add-ons for AA/BA degrees and clock hours. Responsibilities include implementing IEPs, direct student support, and collaboration with educators.