North Kitsap School District
Special Education Paraeducator
North Kitsap School District, Poulsbo, Washington, United States, 98370
Special Education Paraeducator – Poulsbo Middle School
North Kitsap School District
is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator to support the ISP Life Skills program.
North Kitsap School District provided pay range This range is provided by North Kitsap School District. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $403.00/hr – $403.00/hr
Position Specifics
Hours: 6.25 hrs/day (may be shorter on Wednesdays) over 180 days/year.
Anticipated start date: 1/6/26
Schedule: TBD
Location: Poulsbo Middle School
Program: ISP Life Skills
Responsibilities
Support students with mental and/or physical disabilities with daily tasks such as eating, grooming, wheelchair transfer, lifting, and toileting.
Assist with behavior management and student discipline; provide training as required.
Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and support staff to implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
Qualifications
Highly Qualified Paraeducator documentation (college transcripts or ParaPro test results) to meet the Every Student Succeeds Act.
High school diploma or equivalent; provide documentation.
Experience working with children in a public school setting.
Training or experience with behavior management is a plus.
Conditions of Employment
I hereby certify that all information provided is true, complete, and correct. I authorize the school district to conduct background and consumer checks. I acknowledge the possibility of dismissal or refusal to hire upon disclosure of false or misleading information. I understand that the offer is conditional upon satisfactory background verification.
General Questions
Are you presently under contract/employed? (If yes, provide current position title.)
Are you a current or former employee of our district? (If yes, list all positions held and dates.)
Have you ever been on a plan of improvement or placed on probation?
Have you ever been subject to a complaint to the Superintendent of Public Instruction or any other licensing/disciplinary board?
Have you ever had any license or certificate revoked, suspended, or reprimanded? (Or any suspension or charge pending with a regulatory agency.)
Have you ever resigned or otherwise separated from employment to avoid discharge or non-renewal?
Have you ever been discharged or non-renewed from employment?
Have you ever been disciplined for misconduct by a past or present employer?
If you answered YES to questions 6-11, provide explanation.
Are you presently charged with, but not convicted of, a crime? If yes, provide explanation.
Have you been convicted of a crime? If yes, provide explanation.
Have you ever been found, in a civil or criminal action, to have exploited or abused a minor or vulnerable adult? Provide explanation.
I have uploaded high school/equivalent documentation in the Attachments section of my application.
If your answer to #19 is NO, indicate when you anticipate having the documentation.
I have uploaded Highly Qualified documentation in the attachment area.
If your answer to #21 is NO, indicate when you anticipate having the documentation.
Describe your experience working with children in a public school setting.
Describe experience with students with mental/physical disabilities requiring assistance.
Describe experience with behavior issues and training in behavior management.
List any other qualifications or experience pertinent to this position.
I have reviewed the job description linked to this job posting and understand the essential duties.
Application Directions, Hints, and Reminders
Preference will be given to qualified PSE of North Kitsap staff members with seniority in the Paraeducator classification.
Upload Highly Qualified Paraeducator documentation in the attachment area.
Upload high school graduation documentation (diploma, transcripts, or college transcripts with high school info).
SUBMITTED applications are locked and cannot be edited; ensure completeness before submission.
Benefits
Eligibility depends on meeting 630 hours of employment per school year.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, long‑term disability.
Optional programs: 403b, DCAP, FSA, supplemental long‑term disability, supplemental life insurance.
Vacation, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays per collective bargaining agreements.
Payroll & Benefits Department contact: payroll@nkschools.org.
Attachments
Cover Letter (PMS*)
Resume*
Highly Qualified Para Docs*
High School Diploma/Transcript/Alternative*
Recommendation Letter 1 (optional)
Recommendation Letter 2 (optional)
Recommendation Letter 3 (optional)
Other pertinent documents
References – 3 of 9 external references required.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Part-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industry: Education Administration Programs
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is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator to support the ISP Life Skills program.
North Kitsap School District provided pay range This range is provided by North Kitsap School District. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $403.00/hr – $403.00/hr
Position Specifics
Hours: 6.25 hrs/day (may be shorter on Wednesdays) over 180 days/year.
Anticipated start date: 1/6/26
Schedule: TBD
Location: Poulsbo Middle School
Program: ISP Life Skills
Responsibilities
Support students with mental and/or physical disabilities with daily tasks such as eating, grooming, wheelchair transfer, lifting, and toileting.
Assist with behavior management and student discipline; provide training as required.
Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and support staff to implement individualized education plans (IEPs).
Qualifications
Highly Qualified Paraeducator documentation (college transcripts or ParaPro test results) to meet the Every Student Succeeds Act.
High school diploma or equivalent; provide documentation.
Experience working with children in a public school setting.
Training or experience with behavior management is a plus.
Conditions of Employment
I hereby certify that all information provided is true, complete, and correct. I authorize the school district to conduct background and consumer checks. I acknowledge the possibility of dismissal or refusal to hire upon disclosure of false or misleading information. I understand that the offer is conditional upon satisfactory background verification.
General Questions
Are you presently under contract/employed? (If yes, provide current position title.)
Are you a current or former employee of our district? (If yes, list all positions held and dates.)
Have you ever been on a plan of improvement or placed on probation?
Have you ever been subject to a complaint to the Superintendent of Public Instruction or any other licensing/disciplinary board?
Have you ever had any license or certificate revoked, suspended, or reprimanded? (Or any suspension or charge pending with a regulatory agency.)
Have you ever resigned or otherwise separated from employment to avoid discharge or non-renewal?
Have you ever been discharged or non-renewed from employment?
Have you ever been disciplined for misconduct by a past or present employer?
If you answered YES to questions 6-11, provide explanation.
Are you presently charged with, but not convicted of, a crime? If yes, provide explanation.
Have you been convicted of a crime? If yes, provide explanation.
Have you ever been found, in a civil or criminal action, to have exploited or abused a minor or vulnerable adult? Provide explanation.
I have uploaded high school/equivalent documentation in the Attachments section of my application.
If your answer to #19 is NO, indicate when you anticipate having the documentation.
I have uploaded Highly Qualified documentation in the attachment area.
If your answer to #21 is NO, indicate when you anticipate having the documentation.
Describe your experience working with children in a public school setting.
Describe experience with students with mental/physical disabilities requiring assistance.
Describe experience with behavior issues and training in behavior management.
List any other qualifications or experience pertinent to this position.
I have reviewed the job description linked to this job posting and understand the essential duties.
Application Directions, Hints, and Reminders
Preference will be given to qualified PSE of North Kitsap staff members with seniority in the Paraeducator classification.
Upload Highly Qualified Paraeducator documentation in the attachment area.
Upload high school graduation documentation (diploma, transcripts, or college transcripts with high school info).
SUBMITTED applications are locked and cannot be edited; ensure completeness before submission.
Benefits
Eligibility depends on meeting 630 hours of employment per school year.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, long‑term disability.
Optional programs: 403b, DCAP, FSA, supplemental long‑term disability, supplemental life insurance.
Vacation, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays per collective bargaining agreements.
Payroll & Benefits Department contact: payroll@nkschools.org.
Attachments
Cover Letter (PMS*)
Resume*
Highly Qualified Para Docs*
High School Diploma/Transcript/Alternative*
Recommendation Letter 1 (optional)
Recommendation Letter 2 (optional)
Recommendation Letter 3 (optional)
Other pertinent documents
References – 3 of 9 external references required.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Part-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industry: Education Administration Programs
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at North Kitsap School District by 2x.
Get notified about new Special Education Paraeducator jobs in
Poulsbo, WA .
#J-18808-Ljbffr