Edmonds School District is committed to workplace diversity and aims to attract and retain employees with the right skills knowledge and life experiences to meet the needs of each vacancy. We encourage individuals of different cultures backgrounds and perspectives to apply and seek those who actively embrace our equity-focused direction for the future. Whether youre working in a classroom driving a school bus preparing lunches or supporting one of the many operational and administrative functions our goal is to create socially emotionally and intellectually safe learning environments for each student every day!
Position Information:
The Paraeducator II assists certificated staff in delivering instructional programs by working in specialized areas such as: computer lab deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) vocational education case management and/or intervention. This position adapts and implements educational materials to students specialized Paraeducator II position monitors students progress behavior and safety. Additionally this position performs a variety of routine clerical and office tasks supporting teachers and other district staff.
Shift Details: Hoursaredependent on specific position employee is hired to fill; 183day calendar
Continuing vs. Non-Continuing:Status varies and is dependent on specific position employee is hired to fill
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Hourly Rate: $32.06 to $35.91 (hourly)(2025-2026 Classified Support Staff Salary Schedule)
Position Type: Paraeducator Level ll
Please click the link under Attachments at bottom right to review the full job description.
Required Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent
- In addition a paraeducator must meet one of the following:
1. Hold an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university
2. Have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at the 100 level or higher at an accredited college or university
3. Completed an apprenticeship as a paraeducator in a program registered with the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council
4. Received a passing score on one of the following PESB approved assessments:
- ETS ParaPro Assessment
- Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment
- Master Teacher Inc. Paraeducator Online Training Program
Licenses/Special Requirements:
- Possession of valid First Aid and CPR Certification.
- Certification of de-escalation and physical restraint training is required for all employees who work in a self-contained classroom.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficiency in American Sign Language is preferred.
- Experience working with students in an educational setting and/or evidence of an interest in supporting learning experiences.
- Experience working with students with physical or cognitive disabilities and/or behavior challenges or social/emotional issues desirable.
- Training with cultural ethnic and language diversity.
Benefits:
The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) provides access to health care services and retirement packages. Our benefits are provided to eligible positions through SEBB (School Employees Benefits Board). Eligibility for SEBB state health insurance coverage is determined by working 630 hours during the school year. Eligibility for retirement at the time of hire is determined by employees who work at least 3.50 hours per day in a continuing position.
Edmonds School District offers a competitive total rewards package to most employees which includes benefits and compensation:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSAs/FSAs
- Life & ADD Insurance
- Long-term Disability
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Personal Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pension Plans (DRS)
- Deferred Compensation Plans
- 403(b) Plans
* For more information about insurance benefits please visit the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) webpage.
How to Apply:
Complete all steps and submit an Employment Application through Edmonds School District on . Please make sure to select the desired job vacancy in Step 4 of the application process. Due to the number of applications we receive only candidates who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.
A Complete Application Includes:
Cover Letter Resume 2 Letters of Recommendation and 2Confidential Reference Surveys (forms will be automatically emailed to your references).Only complete applications will be screened.
Edmonds School District does not discriminate in any program or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity genetic information 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. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
- Title IX Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner Assistant Superintendent of Human Resourcesth Avenue W. Lynnwood WA 98036
- Section 504 Coordinator: Jon Bell Executive Directorof Student Servicesth Avenue W. Lynnwood WA 98036
- Civil Rights Compliance and ADA Coordinator: Rob Baumgartner Assistant Superintendent of Human Resourcesth Avenue W. Lynnwood WA 98036