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Paraeducator Resource

Young World Physical Education, College Place, WA, United States


Position
Paraeducator Resource – Sager Middle School, College Place, Washington

Job Details

Job ID: 5659458

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 14, 2026

Part‑time; 7 hours per day, 190 days per school year

Reports to: Assigned Building Principal

Bargaining Group: ESE

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Salary: $19.71 – $25.91 per hour (educational incentive may apply)

Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA/DCAP, Life/AD&D through SEBB, Retirement through DRS; optional 403(b) and DCP

Leave: 9 sick days (pro‑rated for mid‑year hires), 9 paid holidays

Qualifications

18 years of age

High school diploma or equivalent

Meet Washington State Paraeducator Minimum Employment requirements by providing evidence of one of the following:

Associate degree

At least 72 quarter or 48 semester credits of 100‑level courses or higher

Pass the ETS Para‑Pro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher (applicant pays applicable fees)

Background check through Washington State Patrol (applicant pays applicable fees)

Completion of Safe Schools Web‑Based Training at hire and annually thereafter

Effective oral and written communication in English, correct grammar and spelling

Ability to learn and apply new skills

Skills in organization and time management

Ability to show flexibility and good judgment

Ability to interact positively and confidentially with individuals from diverse linguistic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

Ability to implement educational programs and manage student behavior with direction from certificated staff

Ability to maintain composure in high‑stress situations where students may exhibit aggression, non‑compliance and other conduct problems

Willingness to complete training on restraint and/or de‑escalation as required

Ability to work effectively and collegially with staff, community and students

Physical ability to walk, sit, squat, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and lift to attend to the physical needs of students, including lifting up to 40 pounds

Ability to carry up to 30 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds regularly

Additional Skills
Bilingual/biliterate in Spanish considered helpful. District tests to verify skill levels.

Responsibilities

Administer tests, homework assignments, make‑up work, etc., supporting certificated staff in the instructional process.

Assist students individually or in groups with lesson assignments (reading, math, etc.) to practice and reinforce learning concepts and reach academic/IEP goals.

Attend assigned functions (meetings, in‑service presentations, trainings) to acquire or apply information relative to job functions.

Collaborate with certificated staff to evaluate student progress and implement or modify student objectives.

Guide students in independent study activities for ensuring student success.

Under supervision, implement instructional programs and lesson plans to assist students.

Maintain classroom resources, work area and student files/records.

Monitor students individually or in groups in settings such as classroom, playground, trips, library, lunchroom, bus loading/unloading, etc., to identify required assistance and ensure a safe and positive learning environment.

Perform record keeping and clerical functions (copying, correcting papers, completing attendance verifications, handling phone calls) to support certificated staff and provide necessary materials. Report observations and incidents relating to specific students.

Respond to emergency situations (injured student, fights, etc.) to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct to appropriate personnel.

Support classroom teachers and other certificated staff (OT, SLP, etc.) in implementing curriculum and teaching methodologies.

Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling.

Physical demands: about 5% lifting up to 40 lbs; about 55% of the day standing, reaching, bending, walking; about 40% of the time working from a sitting position.

Performed under temperature variations consistent with indoor and outdoor temperatures.

May interact with students displaying aggression, non‑compliance or other conduct problems.

Special Education Paraeducator Additional Tasks

Assist students with clothing, movement, and toilet usage.

Assist individual students to understand and overcome social and emotional problems.

Work closely with certificated staff to plan and carry out IEPs.

Complete any other special education program‑related tasks assigned by the certificated staff or administrator.

May interact with students displaying aggression, non‑compliance or other conduct problems.

ASL and/or para language considered helpful.

Other duties as assigned.

EEO and Non‑Discrimination Statement
College Place School District 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, disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Contact for discrimination concerns: Title IX and Harassment, Intimidation & Bullying – Marissa Waddell (mwaddell@cpps.org); Civil Rights and Section 504 – James Fry (jfry@cpps.org).

Additional Notes
Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

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