Top 87 Para educator Jobs in Lakewood, Wa

Paraeducator - Special Education
Clover Park School District —Lakewood, WA
- $29.23 - $32.73 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Paraeducator - Academic Support - Kindergarten
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
5d
Paraeducator - Instructional Support
Chief Leschi School —Puyallup, WA
- $25.99 - $31.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- School experience
- Classroom
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - SUPPORT CENTER
Puyallup School District —Puyallup, WA
- Monday to Friday
- 18 years or older
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - RESOURCE
Puyallup School District —Puyallup, WA
- Monday to Friday
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
Guest (Substitute) Paraeducator 2026 - 2027
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- $26.55 an hour
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
Leave Replacement: Paraeducator - Instructional Support
Chief Leschi School —Puyallup, WA
- $25.99 - $31.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- School experience
- Classroom
Paraeducator - Transition to Kindergarten
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
5d
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - DEVELOPMENTAL KINDERGARTEN
Puyallup School District —Puyallup, WA
- Monday to Friday
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
7d
SCHOOL SUPPORT PARAEDUCATOR
Puyallup School District —Puyallup, WA
- Monday to Friday
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
17h
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - WRAP
Puyallup School District —Puyallup, WA
- Monday to Friday
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
7d
Paraeducator - Student Supervision
Bethel School District, WA —Spanaway, WA
- $22.17 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- School experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
4d
SpED Paraeducator - Early Childhood Education (ECE)
Kent School District —Kent, WA
- $30.89 - $37.99 an hour
- 4 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
- Public school
- On-the-job training
17h
Paraeducator
Dieringer School District —Lake Tapps, WA
- $28.50 - $35.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
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5d
Secondary Paraeducator - Resource Support Program
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
11d
Paraeducator - Vision Program 1:1
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Basic math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
LAP PARAEDUCATOR
Puyallup School District —Puyallup, WA
- Monday to Friday
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- High school diploma or GED
2026-27 Substitute Paraeducator
North Thurston Public Schools —Lacey, WA
- $23.78 an hour
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
SpED Paraeducator - Adaptive Support Center (ASC)
Kent School District —Kent, WA
- $30.89 - $37.99 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
- Public school
- On-the-job training
5d
SpED Paraeducator - TOP - Adaptive Support Center (ASC)
Kent School District —Kent, WA
- $30.89 - $37.99 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
- Entry level
- On-the-job training
5d

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Paraeducator - Special Education

Clover Park School District -
Lakewood, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$29.23 - $32.73 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

School experience
CPR Certification
Confidential information handling
HIPAA compliance
Behavioral standards enforcement in schools
Toileting assistance
Individual crisis management
HIPAA
First aid
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Conflict de-escalation
De-escalation support in education
Parent communication
Physical assistance for special education students
High school diploma or GED
Public school experience
First Aid Certification
Working with students
Data entry
Patient hygiene assistance
Safe patient lifting practices
Student engagement classroom management
Medical treatment implementation
Emergency care

Full Job Description

Hours per Day: 6.75

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Days per Year: 191 (Summer and scheduled holidays and breaks off)

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

Job incumbents work under general direction of the building administrator and under specific direction of the classroom teacher. The primary purpose of this job is to assist the teacher with implementation of an educational program for special education students by providing instruction as assigned, behavior management, preparation of classroom materials, and primary care of life skills students such as lifting, toileting, washing and feeding. Assignment may be at the elementary or secondary level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Depending upon the needs of the students and the direction given by the special education teacher, any or all of the following essential functions may be applicable to the job assignment.

Assists with IEP preparation at the direction of the classroom teacher. Monitors timelines for due process with re-evaluations and IEP’s under the guidance of the special education teacher.
Assists with preparation for and implementation of behavior management techniques, educational and vocational instruction and vocational placement programs.
Instructs students in large or small groups or one-to-one as assigned by and under the direction of the special education teacher.
Assists students with hygiene and personal needs, such as lifting, toileting, washing and feeding. May prepare and give intervention and medication, or conduct certain medical treatments following training by, and under the direction of, licensed nursing staff. Such treatments may include, but are not limited to: catheterization, nasogastric feedings, suctioning, supervision of a student self-administering glucose checks or insulin injections, seizure management, individualized emergency medical plans, etc.
Administers or assists special education teacher with administration of assessment instruments.
Prepares materials for use by student, teacher and parents; types, hand draws, reproduces and collates.
Maintains class during special education teacher’s absence. Supervises students during lunch, recess, on and off the bus, assembly, and to other building locations.
Uses personal computer for data entry and to produce correspondence and reports; operates typewriter, copier, FAX and other office machines.
Under the direction of the special education teacher, maintains students records and files such as FTE count, month end reports, schedules, attendance records, credits earned and required classes and credits for graduation. May monitor three (3) year evaluations for state compliance.
May transport and/or accompany students on field trips and other outings.
May assist with profile development for education and vocation planning.
May work with high risk students who display significant behavior concerns as part of their disability who display significant behavior concerns as part of their disability.
Performs other duties as assigned.

The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High school diploma or it’s recognized equivalent (GED) and must meet one of the following:
Have received a passing score on one of the assessments approved by the board;
Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university;
Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university;
Have completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council

Board approved assessments

ETS ParaPro test takers must meet or exceed Washington’s qualifying score of 455.
Pearson Paraprofessional test takers must meet or exceed 220 (that score is equivalent to the 50 out of 72 scorable multiple choice questions set by the Board).
Master Teacher Inc. test takers must meet or exceed 65%. A candidate must receive a passing score on each of the two assessments to be certified.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the following:
Classroom/behavior management techniques
Special Education terminology
Lifting, toileting and feeding techniques
Restraint techniques
Verbal de-escalation
Ability to work independently and to independently learn operations, procedures. processes and uses of equipment.
Skill in handling, storing, and transmitting confidential information in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA requirements.
.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and knowledge of proper lifting techniques.
Ability to communicate and interact clearly, concisely, courteous and respectfully with students, parents, guardians, volunteers, teachers and other staff with diverse backgrounds.
Ability to adjust to new and different working conditions.
Ability to learn and implement medical intervention techniques under the direction of a knowledgeable professional under the direction of a knowledgeable professional.

Certification and Licenses

Fingerprinting and Background check.
First Aid and CPR Card.
Paras are required to complete the district provided Fundamental Course of Study (FCS) as outlined by the Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB). Positions excluded from this requirement are as follows: Bus Para, In School Suspension Para, Library Para, and Preschool Para.
Completion of Right Response training within ninety (90) days of hire date.
For positions located on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) only: Ability to obtain and maintain access to JBLM in compliance with the REAL ID Act and all applicable installation access requirements.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATONS

College credits with major in education, psychology, counseling, behavior intervention or social work.
Three year’s or more of special education paraeducator experience in a public-school setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in regular school buildings located throughout the district. Ability to sit or stand for prolonged period of time; use of fingers, hands and arms;, and tolerance of loud noises and physically demanding situations are all required. The employee must lift and/or move 25 to 50 pounds and may assist students with greater weight when required to intervene in student safety issues or when transporting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work in outside weather conditions and be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, temperature fluctuations, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals commonly used in instruction and/or cleaning. It may be expected that the individual could be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials during the course of their duties. The employee may be exposed to infectious disease as carried by students. Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach requiring ordinary physical effort when required to intervene in student safety issues.

FLSA: Non-Exempt AFFILIATION: ESPCP

JOB CLASS: Paraeducator WORK YEAR: 191 days

Pay: $29.23 - $32.73 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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para educator jobs in lakewood, wa

Paraeducator - Special Education

Paraeducator - Academic Support - Kindergarten

Paraeducator - Instructional Support

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - SUPPORT CENTER

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - RESOURCE

Guest (Substitute) Paraeducator 2026 - 2027

Leave Replacement: Paraeducator - Instructional Support

Paraeducator - Transition to Kindergarten

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - DEVELOPMENTAL KINDERGARTEN

SCHOOL SUPPORT PARAEDUCATOR

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - WRAP

Paraeducator - Student Supervision

SpED Paraeducator - Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Paraeducator

Secondary Paraeducator - Resource Support Program

Paraeducator - Vision Program 1:1

LAP PARAEDUCATOR

2026-27 Substitute Paraeducator

SpED Paraeducator - Adaptive Support Center (ASC)

SpED Paraeducator - TOP - Adaptive Support Center (ASC)

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