SpED Paraeducator - Support Center (SC)

Kent School District; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent School District is seeking a paraeducator to support student learning in our classrooms. The role requires an AA degree or higher, 72 college credits, and a minimum ParaPro score of 455 with proof of high school completion or equivalent.

Upon hire, you will complete state-required training offered through our Professional Development Team. Internal applicants are Kent School District permanent employees only; external applications are welcome for consideration.

Qualifications

• Associate 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.

Education

AA degree or higher

72 college credits

455+ ParaPro score

Job description

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 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.

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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 10/31/2026 2:03:58 AM CST.

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

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