What are the responsibilities and job description for the SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - EXCEL position at Puyallup School District?
- Be at least eighteen years of age.
- Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
- Earn 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher from an accredited college or university.
- Score 455 or higher on the ParaPro Assessment (ETS).
- Score 220 or higher on the Pearson Paraprofessional assessment (not administered by PSD).
- Score 65% or higher on The Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program (not administered by PSD).
- Complete an apprenticeship as a paraeducator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
- Education Testing Service ParaPro Assessment
- Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
- Master Teacher Inc. Paraprofessional Online Training Program
- This position requires the completion and attainment of the state-mandated General Paraeducator Certificate.
- The Paraeducator Certificate Program offers statewide standards-based training for all paraeducators/Education Support Professionals (ESP) and supports a career growth ladder for those wishing to advance their career as a paraeducator or pursue a teaching profession.
- Staff will be required to complete 28 hours of training on the Fundamental Course of Study provided by the district. The first two days of FCS training must be completed within four months of the date of hire, and the second two days within six months of the date of hire, or by September 1 of the next school year. The general certificate is then earned by a paraeducator who completes ten days (70 clock hours) of professional development training.
- Refer to the PSD Education Support Prof Employees (PESPA)-WEA agreements, salary schedules, calendars, and benefits here.
- To expedite employment processing, please provide a minimum of 3 professional references from current and former supervisors, including their email addresses. Contact these references and ask them to respond promptly.
- Your application is active for a period of two years, for the positions you have selected.
- All completed applications will be reviewed by the respective hiring team, and if you are selected for an interview, they will contact you directly by phone or email.
- Please ensure you continue to update your application to reflect any changes such as meeting paraeducator requirements, adding employment history, and supervisor/manager references.
- For further questions, please review How do I become a Paraeducator? or contact the Human Resources Department at personnel@puyallupsd.org.
JobID: 7595
Position Type:
Paraeducator
Paraeducator
Date Posted:
6/5/2026
6/5/2026
Location:
Stahl Junior High
Stahl Junior High
Date Available:
26/27 SCHOOL YEAR
26/27 SCHOOL YEAR
Closing Date:
06/11/2026
06/11/2026
Posting: AP7595
Location: Stahl Junior High
Position: Special Education Para - EXCEL
Rate: PESPA Level 3
Hours: 6.95 hours per day (Includes 30 minute unpaid break)
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 3:27PM
Calendar: 190-Day
Notes: THIS POSTING IS FOR THE 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR Flexibility to ride the bus. May work primarily with one student.
EXCEL = Exceeding Challenges through Education and Life Skills - provides services to students having moderate to profound physical and developmental disabilities, including some students who are non-ambulatory and non-verbal. Instruction and therapy focus on functional academics, communication and living skills.
Minimum Paraeducator Employment Requirements
To be eligible for employment, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Additionally, candidates must fulfill ONE of the following conditions:
Proof of Qualification
Candidates must upload documentation verifying that they meet the stated requirements to be considered for employment. This includes providing a copy of an official college transcript or a passing score in one of the following assessments:
If submitting an assessment score, proof of a high school diploma or its equivalent must also be provided.
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