THIS IS A NON-CONTINUING POSITION THROUGH DECEMBER 18, 2026.

NOTE: These positions are open to qualified CERSD employees from September 22 - September 28th, 2026. Applications received from out of district candidates will not be considered until September 29, 2026 Applications will be reviewed as submitted. Interviews may be scheduled the week of October 5th. This position is open until filled.

REPORTS TO: Building Administrator / Program Director

MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

18 years of age or older AND
High School Diploma or equivalent AND
One of the following: AA degree from accredited college or university; 72 quarter or 48 semester credits at 100 level or higher at accredited college or university; passing score on paraeducator assessment test; OR completed apprenticeship as a paraeducator in an approved and registered program (requirements per Title I Section 1119(g))

Areas of Responsibility May Include:

Assisting with planning and carrying out individual student learning objectives
Assisting students in the subjects of reading, writing, math or social as directed
Assisting with maintaining necessary paperwork associated with timelines, and instructional progression and with preparation of materials
Supervision duties as assigned within or outside the school building, which may include recess and/or lunch supervision
Assisting with parent communication.
Using office equipment (copier, computer, etc.) as needed to assist in meeting classroom/instructional needs
Provide job coaching for students
Assisting with self-help skills and life skills
Assisting in the office with filing, phones and/or other student/building related office work

Qualifications:

High School Diploma
Two years of study at institution of higher education, OR Associate Degree (or higher) , OR a formal assessment option as listed for para educators in
Successful experience working with children
Current CPR – First Aide card preferred
Clerical/computer skills preferred
Ability to work cooperatively and courteously
Typical para educator duties require staff to lift up to 75 lbs, stand and move about frequently and to operate various types of machines and equipment used in classrooms and school buildings.

In addition to the basic para educator duties listed above, staff assigned to or hired as a para educator assisting special needs students may include, but are not limited to some of the following duties and responsibilities.

Assisting with wheelchair bound students as needed
Assisting students with physical needs such as placing on toilet, changing diaper, washing, etc.
Assisting with planning and carrying out of IEP’s
Assisting with administering medication and catheterization, under the direction of the school nurse (training provided)
Observing and work with the therapist in carrying out a planned program of therapy
Assisting with any other special education program related tasks assigned by the Program Director, Building Administrator, teacher or school healthcare staff.

Terms of Employment/Benefits:

Affiliation: PSE Classified Union
Days: 6.5 hours a day Monday through Thursday, 5.5 hours on Friday
Contract: Prorated 192 Day Calendar
Benefits: Does not qualify for benefits.
Retirement: Does not qualify for benefits.
Holidays: Up to 11 holidays per year, depending on start date.
A post offer physical is required by our ESD105 Workers Co-Op.

Start Date:

ASAP or within two weeks of hire.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associates with this job. This job description is not a contract of employment, a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as is deems advisable.

Nondiscrimination Statement

Cle Elum-Roslyn School District 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 Compliance Coordinator
Name and/or Title: Sara Sahlinger HR Director
Address: 4244 Bullfrog Road, Cle Elum, WA 98922
Telephone Number: 509-852-4835
Email: sahlingersa@cersd.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Name and/or Title: Carrieanne Selzler Assistant Superintendent
Address: 4244 Bullfrog Road, Cle Elum, WA 98922
Telephone Number: 509-852-4842
Email: selzlerc@cersd.org

Title IX Coordinator
Name and/or Title: Sara Sahlinger HR Director
Address: 4244 Bullfrog Road, Cle Elum, WA 98922
Telephone Number: 509-852-4835
Email: sahlingersa@cersd.org

*Benefits through SEBB is determined by the number of hours an employee is anticipated to work during the school year. Any employee who is scheduled to work 630 hours or more in a school year (September 1 through August 31) is eligible for benefits.

Elementary Paraeducator Long Term Substitute