Bilingual Specialized Program Paraeducator- SLC- Whittier Elementary School

Young World Physical Education; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 30,913 - 34,150; Part time

Job summary

Pasco School District No. 1 – Whittier Elementary School in Pasco, WA, is seeking a Bilingual Specialized Program Paraeducator for the SLC program for the 2026/2027 school year. The role requires supporting instruction with ABA techniques, promoting communication via AAC devices, and following CPI safety protocols.

The position offers a 180-day calendar with set hours and a salary of $22.44–$24.79 per hour. Open date 07/15/2026; close 07/22/2026 at 4:00 PM or until filled.

Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish) required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree (AAS/AA) or higher; 72 credits or 48 semester credits; or ETS paraeducator passing score.
• Prior paraeducator experience preferred but not required.
• CPI trained or willing to attend CPI training.
• Valid First aid and/or CPR for infants/children or willing to obtain.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Support instruction and behavior interventions using ABA techniques as directed by the teacher.
• Facilitate communication using AAC devices and other tools under guidance.
• Use de-escalation strategies and follow behavior support and CPI techniques for safety.
• Deliver individual or small group instruction and monitor engagement.
• Administer first aid for emergencies.
• Assist with needs of special needs students (diapering, feeding, etc.).
• Provide one-on-one or group instruction as needed.
• Assist with classroom management and material preparation.
• Supervise students during arrival/departure, transit, breaks and activities.
• Help with light cleaning and set up/take down of activities.
• Adhere to district safety policies and program guidelines.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

CPI trained

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree / 72 credits / ETS paraeducator

Job description

Bilingual Specialized Program Paraeducator- SLC- Whittier Elementary School

Whittier Elementary - Pasco, Washington

Job ID: 5834812

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 15, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Pasco School District No. 1 – Whittier Elementary School

1215 West Lewis St, Pasco, Washington 99301

PHONE [phone]

Position Announcement for the 2026/2027 school year.

Open Date: 07/15/2026

Application Deadline/Close Date: 07/22/2026 at 4:00 PM, or until filled.

POSITION: Bilingual Specialized Program Paraeducator: SLC

LOCATION: Whittier Elementary School

HOURS: 6.75 /day Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 5.50 on Wednesday's, 4.00 on Early Release Days, 180-day calendar

SALARY: $22.44 - $24.79 (AA Degree $0.50/hr extra; BA Degree $0.75/hr extra)

NEW HIRES ARE CONDITIONAL UPON PASSING A FINGERPRINT SCREENING

Essential Responsibilities

• Support instruction and behavior interventions using ABA techniques such as prompting, positive reinforcement, discrete trial training (DTT), and task analysis as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Facilitate expressive and receptive communication by modeling and encouraging student use of AAC devices, picture exchange systems, and other tools under teacher or therapist guidance.
• Use proactive de‑escalation strategies and follow the student’s behavior support plan and approved Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) techniques to ensure safety and support student regulation.
• Deliver individualized or small group academic and functional instruction, monitor student engagement, and reinforce positive behaviors as directed by the teacher or specialist team.
• Administer first aid to provide emergency care.
• Assist with needs related to working with special needs students such as diapering, tube feeding, toileting, catheters, lifting, etc.
• Provide one‑on‑one instruction or group instruction.
• Assist classroom teacher and/or building administrator(s) with classroom management.
• Assist with preparing materials needed to conduct lessons.
• Provide support or supervision of students, including but not limited to arrival and/or departure, cross walk duty, transit to bus, transit from bus, recess, breakfast/lunch time, hall monitoring, unloading and/or loading wheelchair bound students.
• Assist with light cleaning, issuing of equipment for necessary activities, setting up, taking down and/or supervising students during age‑appropriate games/activities.
• Adhere to District safety policies and/or procedures as well as required program guidelines.
• Attend and complete annual required training hours for paraeducator certification.
• Provide support, supervision and/or assistance administering tests, quizzes, exams, or any assessment as directed by teacher for the purpose of evaluating student progress or learning.
• Maintain accurate and efficient student records within student information management system(s).
• Translate verbal and/or written information for the purpose of assisting students, district personnel, parents and/or guardians. (Bilingual only).
• Participate in District meetings to communicate information and gain feedback and/or direction on a variety of issues.
• Assist with supervision of students to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.

Non‑Essential Responsibilities

• Assist other personnel as may be required to support them with the completion of their work activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.
• Assist with contacting parents and/or guardians regarding student behavior and academic progress.
• Willingness to review materials provided by district personnel and/or willingness to attend college classes for the purpose of improving instructional skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Bilingual and/or Biliterate (Spanish), required.
• Must meet one or more of the following:
  • Associates degree (AAS, AA) or higher;
  • Earned 72 college quarter credits or 48 semester credits in college level 100 or higher courses;
  • Passing score on the Educational Testing Service (ETS) paraeducator assessment.
• Prior paraeducator experience, college, or on‑the‑job experience preferred but not required.
• Experience working with students who are special needs preferred but not required.
• Valid First aid and/or CPR card for infants and children or willing to obtain.
• Prior experience in a K‑12 school setting preferred but not required.
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) trained or willing to attend training.

Required Licenses, Certifications and Testing

• Passing score on district administered bilingual test.

Letters and Applications

Letters and applications received after closing date will only be accepted and screened if the position remains unfilled.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Pasco School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination should be addressed to the following designated employees: Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator – Jen Johnson, 1215 W. Lewis St., Pasco, WA 99301, 509-543-6700, [e-mail]; and Sec. 504 Coordinator – Kristi Docken, 1215 W. Lewis St., Pasco, WA 99301, 509-543-6700, [e-mail].

Position Type

Continuing

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

Contact information available upon request.