As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Paraeducator (K-12) in San Jose, CA is $66,705, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,283 weekly, or $5,559 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Paraeducator (K-12) in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Paraeducator (K-12) in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $47,388 to $82,855. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,594) and 75th percentile ($75,159), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,855 per year. This $18,565 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Special Education, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Jose Paraeducator (K-12) often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 1 statewide for Paraeducator (K-12) job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Paraeducator (K-12) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Paraeducator (K-12) Salary $47,388 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Paraeducator (K-12) Salary $56,594 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Paraeducator (K-12) Salary $66,705 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Paraeducator (K-12) Salary $75,159 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Paraeducator (K-12) Salary $82,855 San Jose, CA May 01, 2026
25% $56,594 10% $47,388 90% $82,855 75% $75,159 $66,705 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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