Paraprofessionals.org
The Career Center for Paraprofessionals

Everything paraprofessionals need — in one place you can trust.

Salary data, state-by-state requirements, exam preparation, and job postings from real districts. Built for the people who keep classrooms running.

National avg pay
$34,266
$16.76 / hr
States requiring an exam
17
ParaPro or ParaPathways
Top-paying state
Washington
$38,800
ParaPro transition
Aug 31, 2026
to ParaPathways
What We Cover

Four questions every paraprofessional asks — answered.

Pay Report

Top-paying states for paraprofessionals

The gap between the highest and lowest paying states is over 50%. Where you live changes your career trajectory more than almost anything else.

See full salary report
$38,800
$20.80 / hr
$37,500
$20.10 / hr
$37,200
$19.90 / hr
$35,600
$19.05 / hr
$35,200
$18.90 / hr
The Registry

Your credentials, verified once. Portable to every district.

Join a growing directory of paraprofessionals. Upload your ParaPro score, state certification, background check date, and PD hours. Districts searching for verified candidates can find you. Always free for paraprofessionals.

Create your profile — Free
  • Verified ParaPro / ParaPathways scores
  • State certification on file
  • Background check status
  • Professional development hours
  • References and work history
  • Portable across every district you work in