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Special Education Paraeducator (8819 Sped)

Young World Physical Education, Vancouver, WA, United States


Special Education Paraeducator (8819 Sped)
Evergreen Public Schools Endeavour Elementary School – Vancouver, Washington

Job Details

Job ID: 5654639

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 17, 2026

Starting Date: Immediately

Salary: $24.46 to $31.06 per hour / negotiated

Position Type: Part‑time

Position Status: Program Support

Position Duration: Temporary

Classification Group: Paraeducator Class II

Location & Hours

Hours Per Day: 6.33 hours (8:30 a.m. – 3:20 p.m., includes 30‑minute unpaid lunch)

Early‑Release Days: 4.33 hours (8:30 a.m. – 1:20 p.m., includes 30‑minute unpaid time)

Designated Full Wednesdays: 6.17 hours (8:30 a.m. – 3:10 p.m., includes 30‑minute unpaid lunch)

Days Per Year: 190 (180 student days, 10 holidays)

Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Special Education classroom instructor and the building Principal, the Special Education Paraeducator will assist in the supervision of instructional activities, working closely with students on an individual and small‑group basis.

Essential Functions

Under the direction of the Special Education teacher or IEP manager, provide special education services and supports to elementary and/or secondary students eligible for special education as follows:

Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents. (*5)

Provide one‑to‑one and group instruction to students as directed by the teacher to meet their individualized education program (IEP). (*9)

Assist in establishing and maintaining a learning environment as specified by course goals and curriculum outcomes. (*10)

Assess student progress, evaluate learning, and collect student performance data to ensure progress toward each student’s IEP goals. (*9‑10‑11)

Maintain accurate data on student progress. (*9)

Assist in administering and scoring formal and informal tests. (*10)

Implement behavioral management strategies using the emphasis and techniques outlined by the teacher. (*6)

Assist in organizing and preparing a variety of instructional materials. (*9)

Address students’ bathroom needs as necessary, including lifting and changing students when required.

Feed students as necessary. (*14)

Handle body fluids as necessary (*13)

Lift and/or position students as necessary (*13)

Provide services as planned and directed by related services providers (OT, PT, and SLP)

Assist students with using assistive technology, augmentative communication, or physical assist devices (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers, standers, or lifts).

Attend various training sessions as necessary to maintain an up‑to‑date understanding of the needs of students receiving special education services.

Other Responsibilities

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic typing/keyboarding.

Previous experience working with students in academic areas and/or professional coursework in Special Education. (*1‑3)

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents. (*5)

Demonstrated ability to work with and supervise students. (*9‑10‑11)

Must possess personal characteristics of flexibility, initiative, and cooperativeness. (*5)

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. (*4)

Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn computer skills and assistive technology. (*13)

Demonstrated ability or willingness to learn to operate the office equipment as listed above. (*13)

Demonstrated ability to perform under conditions of constant interruption.

Must possess physical strength and ability to deal with potentially aggressive behavior of students.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others as part of a team. (*5)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Related to Cultural Competence and Equity

Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.

Supports a positive school environment that celebrates, respects, and values diversity, where learning is made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.

Participates in activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence.

Demonstrates a commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.

Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.

The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation, or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.

Nondiscrimination Statement
Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to designated youth groups. For questions and complaints of alleged discrimination, employees may contact the following:

Cale Piland – Title IX Coordinator – 360‑604‑4430 – Caleb.Piland@evergreenps.org

Cate Winters – Section 504/ADA Coordinator – 360‑604‑6711 – Anna.Winters@evergreenps.org

Danny Orrantia – Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator – 360‑604‑4014 – Daniel.Orrantia@evergreenps.org

Contact Information

Human Resources – 13413 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Drive – Vancouver, Washington 98684 – Phone: (360) 604‑4014 – Email: human_resources@evergreenps.org

Application Deadline
Posted until filled.

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