Paraeducator - Academic Core Program

Overview

Para Educator (School Aide) / Assistant working 1:1 with a scholar at Illahee Middle School in the Academic Core Program (ACP).

• Position Type:
  Para Educator (School Aide)/ Assistant working 1:1 w/Scholar
• Date Posted: 1/6/2026
• Location:
  
  Illahee Middle School
• Closing Date:
  Upon Hire
• Hours per Day: 6.0 Hrs per Day, Range: $26.22-$28.89 DOE
• Days of the Week:
  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
• Shift Times: 7:45 am-2:30 pm (6 Hr 45 Min) Monday through Thursday, and 7:45 am-1:30 pm Friday / Early Release
• Days per Year: 180

• Assist in the care of medically fragile or behaviorally challenged student as directed and/or stated in their IEP.
• Assist in the daily instruction of the assigned student and other students.
• Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of IEP goals and objectives.
• Assist in the planning of daily/weekly individual and group lessons based on IEP goals and objectives.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain data to modify IEP and help determine program effectiveness.
• Provide all staff with essential information to meet IEP goals and objectives.
• Assist in developing and implementing behavior plans for the student.
• Assist with the teaching of appropriate daily living skills, including personal hygiene, communication and classroom routines.
• Change diapers and/or toilet train as needed.
• Assist student with successful transitions such as music, P.E., library, motor activities, lunch, and recess.
• Assist in transferring student, if in a wheelchair, from chair to floor and back, from chair to toilet and back or to special equipment (i.e., Stander, special chair, etc.) using either a hoyer lift or 1 – 2 person lift.
• Practice effective safety and security within individual work routines.
• Perform instructional clerical tasks.
• Work collaboratively with District staff and promote teamwork with co-workers.
• Assist substitute teacher with helpful information pertinent to the classroom.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• And one of the following:
  • AA degree, OR
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) and 48 college-level semester credits OR 72 college-level quarter credits, OR
  • High school diploma (or equivalent) and pass the state approved para educator assessment test

• Additional required qualifications include proficiency in basic spelling, math and grammar skills; experience and/or training in reading instruction, remediation, and assessment.

• Condition of Employment:
  Pass a criminal background check;
  Washington State driver’s license (Type II); complete the district's para educator core competency requirements; PBIS certificated course; finish FWPS Right Response advanced certification at next available time and maintain through annual recertification; maintain consistent work hours.

• Knowledge of IEPs, English grammar and spelling, basic math, positive behavior interventions, Right Response and de-escalation techniques, School Board Policies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintain good attendance, communicate effectively with staff, students, parents/guardians, and the public in a multicultural environment; demonstrate empathy, ethical conduct, and confidentiality; adapt to students with diverse emotional, academic and social needs.
• Ability to use modern technology and pursue ongoing professional growth.

• Extensive physical requirements including lifting up to 50 lbs with/without assistance, frequent standing, walking, and transitions; ability to use assistance devices as needed; reasonable accommodations may be provided.
• Work primarily in indoor environments with potential exposure to infectious diseases; moderate noise; possible encounters with angry or aggressive individuals.

• Reporting Relationships:
  Position reports to classroom teacher and/or department head and building principal; evaluated by the principal or designee.
• Representation:
  Public School Employees Union (PSE) SEIU Local 1948.
• Compensation:
  Para educator position on the PSE Salary Schedule with prorated benefits.