Bilingual Paraeducator: Classroom Support & First Aid

Captain Gray STEM Elementary; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Captain Gray Elementary in Pasco, WA is seeking an Instructional Paraeducator to support classroom teachers with one-on-one and group instruction. The role includes student supervision, materials preparation, and adherence to safety policies on a 180-day calendar at 6 hours/day across most weekdays.

You may assist with transportation, testing, and behavior management, including translating when needed and supporting students with special needs. Starting date is To Be Determined.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and paraeducator eligibility.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of safety, de-escalation and behavior planning is essential.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and basic software applications.
• Experience with students with behavioral disabilities is a plus.
• First aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Administers first aid and provides emergency care as needed.
• Provides one-on-one or small-group instruction under teacher supervision.
• Assists with classroom management and lesson preparation.
• Supports student supervision during arrival, dismissal, recess, and transitions.
• Helps report misconduct and ensures safety protocols are followed.
• Maintains student records in the district information system.

Skills

Office equipment

English usage

Record keeping

Office software

Stamina

Instructions

Behavioral support

De-escalation

Safety restraints

Wheelchair safety

Cleanliness

Behavior planning

Education

High school diploma

Bilingual (Spanish)

Paraeducator eligibility

Experience preferred

Special needs experience

First aid/ CPR

K-12 experience

Job description

Captain Gray Elementary in Pasco, WA is seeking an Instructional Paraeducator to support classroom teachers with one-on-one and group instruction. The role includes student supervision, materials preparation, and adherence to safety policies on a 180-day calendar at 6 hours/day across most weekdays.

You may assist with transportation, testing, and behavior management, including translating when needed and supporting students with special needs. Starting date is To Be Determined.