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Paraeducator School-Based | Up to $25/hr

Tacoma, WA

Posted: 08/27/2026 Job Title: Para Educator Job Number: 72771da2-8ca1-f111-b8dc-70a8a5af0dac Pay Rate: $20-$25

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Paraeducator – School-Based | Up to $25/hr | Tacoma, WA

Up to $25/hr | Monday– Friday | K– 12 School Setting

Looking for a paraeducator job in Tacoma, WA with a consistent weekday schedule? Join a local school program where you’ ll work directly with students who need additional academic, behavioral, or personal support during the school day.

You may provide one-on-one support to an individual student or assist several students in a classroom. Assignments may include students from prekindergarten through adult-transition programs with needs ranging from mild to severe.

Why You Should Apply
  • Earn up to $25/hr, based on experience and qualifications
  • Consistent Monday– Friday school schedule
  • No nights or weekends
  • Work directly with students and school staff
  • Gain valuable special education and classroom experience
  • Help students build skills and participate more fully in school
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more are available starting on the first of the month following 30 days of full-time employment. 

What You’ ll Do
  • Help students participate in classroom instruction and daily school activities
  • Reinforce academic lessons, classroom expectations, and social skills
  • Provide one-on-one or small-group support based on student needs
  • Follow Individualized Education Programs, 504 Plans, and behavior support plans
  • Observe student behavior and communicate concerns or progress to the supervising teacher
  • Redirect challenging behaviors and reinforce positive choices
  • Prepare or modify instructional materials as directed
  • Accompany and supervise students during meals, breaks, transitions, and other activities
  • Support students participating in prescribed occupational, physical, or speech therapy services
  • Assist with mobility, hygiene, toileting, diapering, grooming, or other personal care when required by the assignment
  • Protect each student’ s privacy, safety, and dignity
  • Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment

What We’ re Looking For
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association
  • Previous school-based experience is preferred but not required
  • Experience working with children or individuals with special needs is helpful
  • Patient and dependable approach to working with students
  • Ability to remain calm when responding to challenging situations
  • Ability to follow instructions and apply feedback from teachers and supervisors
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to work at different school sites based on assignment needs

Apply Today

If you’ re interested in supporting students in a school setting, apply today to learn more about available paraeducator assignments in Tacoma.

 

*This pay range represents Covelo Group's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered will be dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location. 

Covelo Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 

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