Student Support Paraeducator — Classroom Aide

Discovery Middle School; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 74,156,000 - 90,117,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Public Schools is seeking a General Paraeducator at Discovery Middle School in Vancouver, WA. The position runs 6.5 hours per day for nine months per year, supporting students and assisting certificated staff in delivering instruction.

The role emphasizes teamwork, student safety, confidentiality, and collaboration with teachers, families, and administrators. A high school diploma or GED with official transcripts or ParaPro results is required.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED with official transcripts or ParaPro assessment (455+).
• One year of related experience with children is preferred.
• Successful experience in an educational team is preferred.
• Ability to communicate across diverse backgrounds and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated teachers and support student learning.
• Monitor student behavior and safety in the classroom.
• Provide supervision and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Support small groups or individual students as directed by teachers.
• Follow lesson plans and adapt instructions under guidance of certificated staff.
• Perform other assigned tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Official transcripts or ParaPro result

Associate degree or 60 semester credits/90 quarter credits

Job description

Vancouver Public Schools is seeking a General Paraeducator at Discovery Middle School in Vancouver, WA. The position runs 6.5 hours per day for nine months per year, supporting students and assisting certificated staff in delivering instruction.

The role emphasizes teamwork, student safety, confidentiality, and collaboration with teachers, families, and administrators. A high school diploma or GED with official transcripts or ParaPro results is required.