ESD-U Paraeducator & Explorer Program Application with Degree

2026-2027 PEP Applications priority deadline is May 10, 2026!
To apply to the ESD-U Paraeducator & Explorer Program with a Bachelor’s Degree, complete the application questions below. All fields are required to have a response. After submitting this application, you will receive an email with a link to upload the additional required materials.

Admissions will be granted on a rolling basis and it is advantageous to submit materials well in advance of the deadline. To learn more about the application process, review the application checklist or sign up for an informational session.

If you’ve already completed step 1 of the application, please proceed to step 2 to upload your documents.

PEP Application Checklist

How do I apply for PEP WITH a bachelor’s degree?

Applicants WITH a Bachelor’s Degree are required to submit the following:

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Letter of Recommendation:

  • If currently working in a district, the letter should be completed by a supervisor or HR staff.
  • If not currently working in a district, the letter should be completed by a ‘sponsor’, who may be one of the following: a building leader or HR representative from a school in the ESD 112 region, an ESD 112 staff member working with educational programs, or a member from a community organization that supports diversity, equity and inclusion in professional roles.
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Unofficial transcripts

For highest completed degree from an accredited institution. If you have multiple degrees, the highest completed degree transcript should reference other completed degrees. If it does not, please provide unofficial transcripts for other completed degrees. Note: ESD-U does not have access to transcripts on file with district HR.

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Paraeducator & Explorer Application for applicants WITH Bachelor’s Degree

Complete all questions on the online application and be ready to upload the other two items on this checklist.

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$100 Enrollment Fee

Payment of $100 enrollment fee when you accept your admission will secure your spot in the Paraeducator & Explorer Program (PEP) for the upcoming cohort. This enrollment fee is non-refundable and will be applied to your total PEP tuition. The remaining $300 of PEP tuition will be paid during the onboarding process, and before the first seminar. 

Submit Online Application
How do I apply for PEP WITHOUT a bachelor’s degree?

Applicants WITHOUT a Bachelor’s Degree are required to submit the following:

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Letter of Recommendation

  • If currently working in a district, the letter should be completed by a supervisor or HR staff.
  • If not currently working in a district, the letter should be completed by a ‘sponsor’, who may be one of the following: a building leader or HR representative from a school in the ESD 112 region, an ESD 112 staff member working with educational programs, or a member from a community organization that supports diversity, equity and inclusion in professional roles.
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Cover Letter

Describe your interest in being an educator and working with students. If applicable, describe your plan for completing a bachelor’s degree in order to fulfill state requirements for teacher certification.

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Paraeducator & Explorer Application for applicants WITHOUT Bachelor's Degree

Complete all questions on the online application and be ready to upload the other two items on this checklist.

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$100 Enrollment Fee

Payment of $100 enrollment fee when you accept your admission will secure your spot in the Paraeducator & Explorer Program (PEP) for the upcoming cohort. This enrollment fee is non-refundable and will be applied to your total PEP tuition. The remaining $300 of PEP tuition will be paid during the onboarding process, and before the first seminar. 

Submit Online Application
Paraeducator & Explorer Program