What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraeducator - Centerville position at Educational Service District 112 - WA?
General Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Special Education Teacher, the Special Education Paraeducator is responsible for supporting and assisting students with disabilities in various school settings. The Special Education Paraeducator, consistent with the individual education plan (IEP) or individual family service plan (IFSP) assists the Special Education Teacher with lesson plan preparation; one-on-one and small group instruction; classroom management; student observation and assessment; and communication with parents and staff.
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Assignment/Location: We are recruiting for a Special Education Paraeducator to serve Centerville School District. The position will work between 12.5 and 16.75 hours per week. Start date will be August 2026.
Essential Functions/Other Functions
Essential Functions:
Assist the Special Education Teacher, consistent with IEP or IFSP goals, in lesson plan preparation; one-on-one & small group instruction; classroom management; student observation & assessment; communication with parents and staff, in a variety of school settings.
Supervise students.
Collect data and report student progress.
Maintain accurate data collection records.
Communicate with staff and parents as instructed by the Special Education Teacher.
Provide positive behavior management support, consistent with the IEP or IFSP.
Attend to the physical needs of students, including moving and positioning students & assisting with personal hygiene needs.
Participate in staff meetings, inservice programs, workshops and seminars.
Participate as a member of the education team. May attend parent conferences.
Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Other Functions:
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED.
Must meet one of the following educational requirements:
Associate's Degree (note: if offered a position, official transcripts are required prior to start date) OR
48 sem./72 quarter credits from an accredited college or university (note: if offered a position, official transcripts are required prior to start date); OR
Passing score of 455 on the ParaPro Assessment; OR
Passing score of 220 on the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment; OR
65% on The Master Teacher, Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a special education classroom setting.
Knowledge of programs and services for students with disabilities.
Working Conditions/Employment Requirements
Working Conditions:
Classroom setting, may move from classroom to classroom to provide services.
Provide assistance and attend to the physical needs of students including moving and positioning students and assisting with personal hygiene needs, including but not limited to: tube feeding, catheterization, changing diapers, toileting.
Sit, stand, and stoop to attend to student's needs & to provide instruction.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds individually, over 35 pounds with assistance.
Regular attendance during assigned work schedule.
Travel within ESD 112 region for meetings and trainings.
Employment Requirements:
Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.
Within three years of employment meet Washington State Core Competencies for paraeducators as defined in WAC 392-172A-02090 (f).
Hourly Wage Estimation for Special Education Paraeducator - Centerville in Vancouver, WA
$37.00 to $71.00
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