Education Support Professional SpEd PS- NE Tacoma

Education Support Professional SpEd PS- NE Tacoma

Salary

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Location

NE Tacoma Elementary - 5412-29th St. N.E., WA

Job Type

Part time

Job Number

26-27-05545

Department

Support Services

Division

Special Education / SUPPSVC

Opening Date

09/03/2026

Closing Date

9/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Tacoma Public Schools

Expected Start Date: As Soon As Possible

FTE: .70

Hours per day: 7 hours plus a 30-minute duty free lunch period for a total of 7.5 hours "on campus" on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays

Salary Level: PA4A $26.81 - No Degree

PA4E $27.56 - AA Degree, or

PA4F $27.81 - BA/BS Degree or higher

Union/Days per year: Paraeducator, 183 work days, 10 month

Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools

Examples Of Duties

This position provides varied support services for the administrator, students, families, and District staff, as directed by the administrator, for the purpose of contact tracing and other needs related to supporting District initiatives, tasks, and operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides various support services to the assigned administrator.

2. Ensures compliance, at the administrators' guidance, with departmental procedures, District, county, state, and/ or federal regulations and public health requirements for contact tracing.

3. May provide school office support assistance.

4. May assist in general building/District support including temporary student supervision, as directed, and as assigned.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

1. Participates in training courses and workshops as needed or as assigned to maintain current knowledge, skills, and abilities to ensure successful performance on the job.

2. Participates in meetings related to assigned projects.

3. Performs related duties as assigned.

CONDITIONS

May be required to work flexible hours; may be required to travel within the community to other District sites; may be exposed to infectious disease; occasionally deals with difficult and sensitive situations and/or people; experiences high activity level; may be required to attend meetings beyond the work day.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school graduation or equivalent; one year related work experience and/or working with students and parents in a community or school setting is a plus; experience with computers using word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications is a plus; or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.

Allowable Substitution

Alternative combinations of education and experience will be reviewed by the Human Resources office for comparability.

Licenses/Special Requirements

Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance.

May include Portable Background (DCYF) clearance.

District training, as required, per the position assignments.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and English usage.

Skill in problem solving. Skill with flexibility to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances.

Skill in obtaining, clarifying, and exchanging information. Skill in basic computer word processing.

Ability may be required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events, as assigned; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment.

Ability to relate positively with staff, families, and children.

Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to produce and maintain documentation and records. Ability to prioritize, coordinate, and multi-task.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.

Ability to work as a cooperative team member. Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate activities.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Nondiscrimination Statement

Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, 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:

Civil Rights Coordinator, Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator:

Tiffany Davis-Brantley

253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us

Section 504 Coordinator: Laura Tuman

253-571-1086, 504Coordinator@tacoma.k12.wa.us

Tacoma Public Schools

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 1357

Tacoma, WA 98401-1357

www.tacomaschools.org

Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools.

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PAR2: Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

PSP3: Have you taken, or are you able and/or willing to take, student restraint training?

• Yes
• No

03

ALL1: Do you certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that your responses to the disclosure questions that you answer as part of your Candidate profile are true and correct as of the date of the application to this job requisition?

• Yes
• No

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ALL2: Do you certify that you meet each of the minimum qualifications for this specific position as outlined in the job description?

• Yes
• No

05

ALL3: Do you certify that you are able and/or willing to perform each of the essential job functions of this position as outlined in the job description?

• Yes
• No

06

PSP1: Are you able and/or willing to perform diapering and toileting duties as needed?

• Yes
• No

07

PSP2: Are you able and/or willing to lift up to 25 lbs or team lift up to 50 lbs as needed?

• Yes
• No

08

PSP6: Do you have one (1) year of experience in working with individuals in a setting similar to the assigned program; or any combination of experience and training which provides the you with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work and that meets federal and state requirements.

• Yes
• No

09

Which of the following methods do you meet to fulfill the minimum employment requirements for Paraeducators in Washington State?

• ETS Para Assessment of 455 Score or higher - I have passed a Board-approved paraeducator assessment (e.g., ParaPro, Pearson Paraprofessional, Master Teacher Inc.).
• I have completed 72 quarter credits (or 48 semester credits) at the 100-level or higher from an accredited institution.
• I have an Associates Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• I do not meet any of the above requirements yet.

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ESP3 Do you hold the General ParaEducator Certificate? If so, please upload it to your application.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Tacoma Public Schools (WA)

Address PO Box 1357

Tacoma, Washington, 98401

Phone 253-571-1250

Website http://www.tacomaschools.org/