Para Educator

Para Educator or CBT – School Position - 5 Days Per Week;
Full Time | Anacortes, WA | Remainder of the  School Year | Start ASAP!

Ampersand Therapy is seeking dedicated para educators to join our team for the rest of the 2025–2026 school year in Anacortes, Washington. We are seeking an experienced para educator with current NPI, Right Response, or equivalent training.

• Location:
  
  Anacortes, WA
• Position:
  Para-educator or trained behavioral support professional
• Schedule:
  
  M,T,Th,F from 8:00 to 3:00 and 8:00 to 2:00 on Wednesdays.
• Setting:
  In-person working with students that have behavioral needs
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP for the remainder of the 25-26 school year

• Support students with personal care if needed
• Assist with student transitions, transportation, supervision (lunch, recess, bus, assemblies), and classroom coverage when the teacher is absent.
• Provide support for students with significant behavioral or emotional needs, including implementing behavior management strategies.
• Be willing/able to support and/or lead in physical restraint protocol if needed
• Assist with instruction (small/large groups, vocational programs), IEP preparation, assessments, and monitoring due process timelines under teacher direction.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials, maintain student records/files, and use technology for data entry, reports, and assistive devices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support students, teachers, and educational planning.

• Must have current Right Response, Safety Care, or CPI training
• Must have experience working with students that have behavioral needs
• Must currently have a secondary school (high school) diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must fulfill one of the three following requirements:

1) Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education; or
2) Obtain an associate (or higher) degree; or
3) Pass a state-approved para educator assessment, such as the ETS Para Pro test with a score of 455 or higher

• Paid Sick Leave
• Healthcare Benefits*
• 401(k) with company matching
• W-2 employment with general and professional liability insurance
• Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expenses
• Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate between school sites
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses
• Paid time off for volunteer work and donation matching*(
  * Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above, following a short waiting period)

Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of therapists who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states. You’ll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists—some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves.

We offer mentorship and support, especially for newer school-based specialists, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.

• Equity & Inclusion:Creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all
• Community Impact:Supporting nonprofits and empowering our team to give back
• Environmental Responsibility:Committed to reducing our carbon footprint and supporting sustainable practices

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.

Apply today to join a supportive team of school-based professionals in Anacortes, WA!