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Paraeducator, General 18854-2026

Vancouver Public Schools

Discovery Middle School - Vancouver, Washington This job is also posted in Vancouver Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID:

5913483

Application Deadline:

Sep 10, 2026 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Paraeducator, General 6.5 hours per day, 9 months per year

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Non-Exempt We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their degree, education or credits, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

Internal applicants must have official transcripts to confirm education on file or included with the application.

External applicants must include official transcripts to confirm education or ETS ParaPro Assessment results with application.

Qualifications:

Documentation verifying a high school diploma or GED AND

One of the following: official transcripts verifying an Associate's Degree (90 quarter, 60 semester) OR 72 quarter or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college or business school; OR ETS ParaPro Assessment result of 455 or higher

One year of related experience working with children in an educational setting preferred

Successful experience as part of an educational team preferred

Experience which demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and skills in working effectively in a team environment, providing support to achieve the desired goal(s) for the classroom and/or program area

Possess excellent problem solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills and ability to think quickly

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to effectively communicate with and appreciate individuals from diverse, socio-economic backgrounds

Ability to learn and use a computer monitor, keyboard, and appropriate adaptive technologies

Ability to successfully implement educational programs and manage student behavior positively with direction from the teacher

Ability to ensure student safety and resolve conflicts

Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, with minimal supervision

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to effectively prioritize competing demands and be flexible with assigned tasks and schedules

Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment

Other Requirements:

Ability to lift, move, physically restrain a child of the size required by the job

Ability to independently and safely escort students around the school building and grounds

Ability to observe the behavior of students, both visually and by listening

Regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements

Essential Functions:

Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times

Serve as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students

Work in a flexible and cooperative manner

Participate in professional learning opportunities to broaden expertise in working with diverse student populations

With support from certificated teachers, identify student learning needs, monitor student progress toward learning goals, and maintain accurate student data

In cooperation with certificated teachers, work with individual students or small groups to achieve academic, behavioral, social emotional, basic life skills and other areas as assigned

Work with small groups of students some of whom have special needs, including behavior needs, assisting with class work

Monitor students to maintain an effective classroom environment that allows certificated teachers to provide small group or one-on one instruction

With guidance provided by certificated teachers, provide instruction where students are engaged and productive

Utilize lesson plans and follow verbal directions to provide targeted instruction to students as directed by the certificated teachers

Collect and communicate information regarding student progress to the certificated teachers in order for appropriate adjustments to interventions and supports to be made

With guidance provided by certificated teachers, assist to grade/correct papers and homework utilizing a rubric or key

Provide supervision and ensure safety and security of students

Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by administrator in alignment with their job classification

Benefits/Compensation:

Salary & Time Off:

New employees start at the minimum hourly rate in the salary range. However, employees with verified prior years of service in a similar occupational status from other Washington School Districts or Educational Service Districts may receive experience credit toward salary placement. Salary schedules can be accessed here. Vancouver Public Schools also offers paid holidays and paid time off, including sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave, as detailed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (VAESP CBA).

Benefits:

Employees anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed eligibility information can be found here.

Retirement:

Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) based on position FTE. Detailed information can be found here.

Position Type:

Day Shift

Salary:

$25.88 to $31.45 Hourly