Top 68 Para educator Jobs in Tacoma, Wa

Paraeducator 2026-2027 SY Pool
Impact Public Schools —Tukwila, WA
- $43,281 - $45,930 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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
Quick Apply
Paraeducator - Instructional Support
Chief Leschi School —Puyallup, WA
- $25.99 - $31.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- School experience
- Classroom
Leave Replacement: Paraeducator - Instructional Support
Chief Leschi School —Puyallup, WA
- $25.99 - $31.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- School experience
- Classroom
7d
SpED Paraeducator - Integrated Program (IP)
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
2h
SpED Paraeducator - Support Center (SC)
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
2h
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
Paraeducator - Functional Core Program - High School
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- High school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
9d
Paraeducator - Elementary - RSP
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
7d
Paraeducator - Preschool Special Education
Bethel School District, WA —Tacoma, WA
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
7d
Paraeducator - Building Support/Intervention
Renton School District —Renton, WA
- Monday to Friday
- Children
- Public school
- Elementary school
- Paid holidays
2d
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - SUPPORT CENTER
Puyallup School District —Puyallup, WA
- Monday to Friday
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate's degree
Paraeducator - Non-Mainstream Special Education SUPPORT
Bethel School District, WA —Tacoma, WA
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
7d
Paraeducator - Mainstream Special Education SUPPORT
Bethel School District, WA —Tacoma, WA
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
7d
ADA PARAEDUCATOR
Puyallup School District —Puyallup, WA
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Public school
SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - RESOURCE
Puyallup School District —Puyallup, WA
- Monday to Friday
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
Paraeducator - Non-Mainstream Special Education (Work Crew)
Bethel School District, WA —Tacoma, WA
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
2d
Paraeducator - Social Emotional Behavioral
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
9d
Paraeducator - Health Services Assistant
Federal Way Public Schools —Federal Way, WA
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
2d
PARAEDUCATOR – MULTI-TIERED SYSTEM OF SUPPORT (MTSS)
South Kitsap School District —Port Orchard, WA
- $28.07 - $31.71 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
8d

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Paraeducator 2026-2027 SY Pool

Impact Public Schools -
Tukwila, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$43,281 - $45,930 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Paraprofessional Certification
Associate's degree
Food Handler Certification
Early Childhood Education
Diversity training

Full Job Description

Paraprofessional Educator

POSITION: Paraprofessional Educator

GRADE LEVEL: Hiring for both early and elementary education positions

LOCATION: Hiring at multiple locations across the Seattle-Tacoma area (Tukwila, WA, South Seattle, WA, Tacoma, WA, Renton, WA)

SALARY: $43,281-$45,930 annual based on aligned years of experience

STATUS: Full time school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position

START: First day of new staff training on August 3, 2026.

REPORTS TO: School Principal or their designee

Who You Are

You believe in the power of teamwork and want to work in a collaborative school community where team members support one another, whether it’s sharing ideas, teaming up on parent communication, or stepping in to help a colleague in need.
You are excited by the idea of delivering rigorous and engaging content to scholars by leveraging high-quality curriculum and teaching resources.
You enjoy opportunities to share your voice on how to improve our scholars’ experience through dynamic and ongoing input cycles facilitated by school & network leaders.
You are aligned with Impact Public Schools’ values and share an unwavering belief that every child, regardless of their identity and needs, can thrive and meet ambitious goals.

Core Job Functions:

Assist in daily instruction and behavior interventions for specific students on caseload (70%)

Provide one-on-one or small group support during classroom activities and implement behavior management strategies to address individual student needs. Students may have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or disabilities.
Collect data on interventions to help teachers continuously improve instruction and behavior plans for the students you support
Maintain detailed records of interventions and their outcomes and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Provide behavioral, social-emotional, and academic intervention for students in alignment with student support plans (IEP, Behavior Intervention Plan, Tier 2 Supports, etc.)
Follow individualized plans to address behavioral challenges and promote positive social interactions and support academic skill development through targeted interventions and differentiated instruction. Monitor and track progress and work with the team to adjust interventions as needed to meet student goals.
Supervise assigned students as necessary and ensure student safety
Maintain a safe and supportive environment for students during instructional and non-instructional periods and implement safety protocols and procedures in accordance with school guidelines. Provide supervision during transitions, lunchtime, and other activities to prevent accidents and conflicts.

Support scholars with activities of daily living as needed (including things such as toileting, transitioning between classes, and safe play during recess, etc.) (20%)

Assist students with personal care tasks, such as toileting and hygiene, as outlined in their support plans and facilitate smooth transitions between classes and activities to minimize disruptions. Promote safe and inclusive play during recess by monitoring interactions and intervening as necessary.

Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) with occasional heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds). The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Work is primarily inside but has daily responsibilities outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather).

Required Qualifications

Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or;
Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university; or
Have received a qualifying score on the Education Testing Service (ETS) paraeducator assessment completed an apprenticeship program, in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council

Preferred Qualifications

Any experience working with youth ages 4-11
Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students

License/Certification

Must have or obtain a Crisis Prevention Institute training certification
Must have or be eligible to obtain a CPR certification
Must have or be eligible to obtain a food handler certification

Non negotiables

Must have or be eligible to obtain an academic transcript
Must pass a fingerprint and background check
Complete safeschools trainings

What We Offer

Competitive pay and generous paid time off package including paid holidays, vacation and personal time;
Up to $10,500 in financial support towards a teacher certification preparation program;
Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability benefits;
Retirement account with employer contributions;
Free mental health support + more through our employee assistance program;
Growth pathways for increased levels of leadership.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Impact Public Schools is committed to providing a work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. Click to review Impact’s Employee Non-discrimination Policy for Impact Schools (viewable document update in real time)

Non-Discrimination Statements

Impact 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 the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Click to review Impact’s designated leaders responsible to handle all questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at each of Impact’s schools (viewable document update in real time)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,281.00 - $45,930.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person

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para educator jobs in tacoma, wa

Paraeducator 2026-2027 SY Pool

Paraeducator - Special Education

Paraeducator - Instructional Support

Leave Replacement: Paraeducator - Instructional Support

SpED Paraeducator - Integrated Program (IP)

SpED Paraeducator - Support Center (SC)

Guest (Substitute) Paraeducator 2026 - 2027

Paraeducator - Functional Core Program - High School

Paraeducator - Elementary - RSP

Paraeducator - Preschool Special Education

Paraeducator - Building Support/Intervention

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - SUPPORT CENTER

Paraeducator - Non-Mainstream Special Education SUPPORT

Paraeducator - Mainstream Special Education SUPPORT

ADA PARAEDUCATOR

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARAEDUCATOR - RESOURCE

Paraeducator - Non-Mainstream Special Education (Work Crew)

Paraeducator - Social Emotional Behavioral

Paraeducator - Health Services Assistant

PARAEDUCATOR – MULTI-TIERED SYSTEM OF SUPPORT (MTSS)

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