Classified - Paraeducator

Classified - Paraeducator JobID: 517 Position Type: Classified - Paraeducator Date Posted: 2/20/2026 Location: Kalama Elementary School, Kalama, WA Date Available: TBD Closing Date: 03/02/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide We appreciate your interest in employment with Kalama School District.

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.

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POSITION: Elementary Paraeducator START DATE: TBD APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: 03/02/2026 LOCATION: Kalama Elementary School SALARY: $22.94 - $26.15/hour DOE / 7 hour position (8:00 a.m.

- 3:30 p.m.) / 189 days per year (180 student days and 9 holidays) Benefits: Position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and LTD through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB), effective the first of the month after the start date.

Position is eligible for retirement through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). SUMMARY STATEMENT Under the direction and supervision of building principal, the Paraeducator performs tasks related to the monitoring and supervising of students on campus during school.

A desire and ability to work with students is essential in this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Monitor students during school * Maintain safety of students and act as a positive role model * Assist students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments (e.g.

reading stories, listening to students reading, language, spelling, etc.) * Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs * Know and follow health, safety, and emergency procedures of the district * Communicate successfully with staff, students, and parents * Demonstrate professionalism through punctuality and minimal absences * Promote and practice professional growth and development * Practice ethical and professional standards of conduct, including the requirements of confidentiality * Assist professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments * Assist in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs * Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task * Assist students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas * Construct, copy, and distribute and use educational materials as needed * Assist students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc.

* Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs * Crossing Guard and recess duties may be assigned * Perform any other related duties as assigned * Performs duties efficiently * Utilizes time appropriately * Maintains an organized and safe work area * Ensures confidentiality of Information * Adheres to regulations * Adheres to district policies and procedures * Produces quality work * Completes work on schedule * Shows Initiative * Demonstrates flexibility * Uses safety equipment when appropriate * Adapts and incorporates program and policy changes * Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.

It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: * Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form * Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals * Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others * Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs * Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work * Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required * Effective writing and verbal communication skills PHYSICAL AND MENTAL 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.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear, and sometimes walk and sit.

Occasionally, the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs.

The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, or work output of other people.

* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus.

The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

APPLICANT MUST: * Be 18 years or older * Have a High School Diploma or Equivalent * Have completed one of the following requirements: (1) Documentation to support an Associate's Degree or transcripts to verify the comparable equivalence (i.e.

72 college quarter credits or 48 semester credits from an accredited university, college, community college, or business school), or 2) ETS ParaPro Assessment with a passing score of 455, or (3) Pearson Paraprofessional assessment: 220, or (4) The MAster Teacher Inc.

Paraeducator Online Training Program: 65%, * Experience or training working with students * Experience with Restorative Justice Practices preferred * Ability to work and communicate well with staff members * Ability to follow a variety of prescribed education strategies * Ability to independently complete assigned tasks * Knowledge of and ability to assist in reducing negative behaviors * Knowledge of and ability to instruct in reading, writing, and mathematics * Strong communication and problem solving skills * Be able to follow directions in a cooperative work environment Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt Position Opens Internally: 2/20/2026 Position Closes: 2/27/2026 Position Opens Externally if needed: 3/02/2026 Position Closes: Open Until Filled If you are hired for this position, you will be required to pay for a background check, unless you have completed the background check in the past two years, and it is on file with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).