Bilingual Life Skills Paraeducator: Empower Student Growth

Chiawana High School; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AA degree premium

BA degree premium

Job summary

Chiawana High School in Pasco, WA seeks a Bilingual Specialized Program Paraeducator for Life Skills at the Pasco Transition Center. The position supports ABA-based instruction, behavior interventions, and communication with students using AAC tools.

Candidates must be bilingual (Spanish) and meet education/paraeducator criteria. Hours reflect a 180‑day calendar with a 6.75-hour day on most days and 4 hours on early release days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Bilingual and/or Biliterate (Spanish), required.
• Must meet one or more of the following: Associates degree or higher; 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits; or passing ETS paraeducator assessment.
• Prior paraeducator experience or related work encouraged but not required.
• CP I trained or willing to attend CPI training.

Responsibilities

• Support instruction and behavior interventions using ABA techniques as directed.
• Facilitate expressive and receptive communication using AAC devices and picture exchange systems.
• Use de-escalation strategies per CPI and safety plans.
• Deliver individualized or small group instruction and monitor engagement.
• Administer first aid when needed and provide emergency care.
• Provide one-on-one or small group instruction and assist with materials.
• Support with classroom management and supervision during arrivals/departures.
• Assist with setting up and cleaning up activities and equipment.
• Attend required trainings and maintain student records.
• Translate information for students, staff, families as needed.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Paraeducator experience

CPI trained

First aid/CPR

Education

AA/AS or higher

72 college quarters / 48 sem credits

ETS paraeducator assessment

High School Diploma

Job description

Chiawana High School in Pasco, WA seeks a Bilingual Specialized Program Paraeducator for Life Skills at the Pasco Transition Center. The position supports ABA-based instruction, behavior interventions, and communication with students using AAC tools.

Candidates must be bilingual (Spanish) and meet education/paraeducator criteria. Hours reflect a 180‑day calendar with a 6.75-hour day on most days and 4 hours on early release days.