Instructional Paraeducator, Behavior Specialist (Student Connections) (Two Positions Available)

Cheney Middle School; Cheney (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid Holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

Cheney Public School District 360 Cheney Middle School in Cheney, WA is seeking an Instructional Paraeducator, Behavior Specialist for Student Connections. You will support teachers, implement behavior plans, supervise students, and provide one-to-one or small group instruction in special education settings.

The role requires perseverance, teamwork, and strong communication with families and staff. Positions are classified, ongoing with a 7-hour day schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; passing score on state paraeducator assessment (455) or AA degree or 72 quarter / 48 semester credits.
• Current first aid/CPR card; WSP/FBI clearance.
• Documentation required at hire.
• Willingness to support multiple assignments including supervision duties.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of teacher designed activities and routines.
• Work with individuals and small groups of students.
• Supervise and model expected behaviors across settings.
• Assist with behavior plans and data collection.
• Provide one-to-one or small group instruction in special education.

Skills

High school diploma

First aid/CPR

Paraeducator assessment

Background clearance

Education

AA degree or higher

72 quarter / 48 semester credits

Job description

Instructional Paraeducator, Behavior Specialist (Student Connections) (Two Positions Available)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5904424
Application Deadline: Sep 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 26, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION:

Behavior Specialist - Student Connections, Instructional Paraeducator (IP)* **

*Assignment may include: After-School Detention (ASD), Alternative Learning Experience (ALE), Bus Supervision (a.m./p.m.), Categorical Programs (LAP/Title), Community Transitions, General Classroom, IEP Support, In-School Intervention (ISI), Library, Locker Room Supervision, Lunch/Recess Supervision, Office Support, PE, Preschool, Resource Room

SCHEDULE:

7 hours per day; 7:20 a.m.- 2:50 p.m.*; Monday-Friday; School Year

*Start/end times may vary/be adjusted based on building/location need.

LOCATION:

Student Support Services/CMS

*While the position location for the26-27 SY is CMS,location may varybased on department and student need.

SUPERVISOR:

Building Principal(s); Department Director(s)

POSITION TYPE:

Classified, Ongoing

COMPENSATION:

$19.56-$24.36/hour** depending on comparable experience; Pay is annualized over 12 months (if hired after start of school year, spread over remaining months of fiscal year (Sept-Aug))

**Some assignments include an additional $1.00/hour for hygiene-related duties – see specific absence within substitute system for details

OTHER COMPENSATION:

For paraeducator positions only:

$1.00/hour additional pay for positions assigned student hygiene duties as a regularly-scheduled part of daily duties

***Degrees eligible for a salary enhancement as follows, regardless of degree program or position with the district(cannot be stacked in the case of multiple degrees (highest degree stipend will be applied))

AA, BA, MA degree, or PhD, adds $0.50/hour, $1.00/hour, $1.50/hour, $2.00/hour, respectively***

BENEFITS:

Medical ,dental ,vision , andbasic life and AD&D insurance ;retirement plan ;deferred compensation (DRS andTSA );paid holidays ;paid leave

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent****; Passing score (455) on state-approved Paraeducator Assessment, OR hold AA degree or higher OR have earned 72 quarter or 48 semester credits with college-level courses (100 level or higher)*****; Current first aid/CPR card (training may be provided by District); WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance

****Documentation will be required upon hire

*****Documentation should be submitted during application process

POSITION: Instructional Paraeducator, Behavior Specialist*

*Assignment may include: Bus Supervision (a.m./p.m.), General Classroom, IEP Support, Library, Locker Room Supervision, Lunch/Recess Supervision, Office Support, PE, Resource Room, Student Connections

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Paraeducators are an integral part of the learning and teaching team. Paraeducators providing behavioral support to students work closely with counselors, families and students in order to provide consistent expectations and cues across settings. Vital responsibilities for Instructional Paraeducator Behavior Specialists include promoting/implementing consistent expectations, modeling positive responses in high stress situations and maintaining consistency in crisis situations. Understanding how environment, child development, and adults’ expectations impact a child’s behavioral response is critical to this position. The ability to adapt and respond to individual student needs while maintaining high expectations is also an essential element of this position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support implementation of teacher designed instructional activities and classroom routines
• Conduct teacher/therapist-designed instructional experiences
• Work with individual and small groups of students
• Supervise, model, and teach expected behaviors across educational settings, including classrooms, lunchroom, playground, hallways, etc.
• Implement individual and school wide behavior support plans and positive interventions
• Implement district-adopted de-escalation and restraint strategies
• Foster social and language development through play activities and active engagement with children
• Promote students’ best interests through positive role modeling and student advocacy
• Administer assessment materials as trained or delegated
• Assist in preparation of instructional materials and perform clerical duties associated with general instruction program
• Consistently and respectfully respond to student needs while maintaining confidentiality
• May administer medications pursuant to Board policy and pursuant to state and federal law
• Assist with care and hygiene needs, as required
• Monitor highly structured environments
• Coordinate with transportation department to arrange transportation for students at conclusion of ASD as needed and monitor students until they are on their bus or picked up by a parent or guardian.
• Perform first aid
• Implement teacher-directed programs with students on a one-to-one and/or small group basis in special education classroom as well as during general education inclusion time.
• Lead or support de-escalation/restraint procedures.
• Assist student(s) with diet, feeding, personal care, hygiene, movement, and mobility needs.
• Assist with learning tasks/activities appropriate to students with moderate to significant disabilities and aligned to IEP goals, under direction of special education teacher.
• Assist with implementation of positive support interventions and academic support for identified students.
• Provide appropriate supervision on designated bus routes.
• Collect and enter behavioral and academic data from various settings.
• Assist in preparation of behavior plans and supporting materials.
• Perform clerical duties associated with behavioral supports and instructional program.
• Serve as crisis team responder in designated buildings.

POTENTIAL ADDITIONS

• Transport students as necessary
• Provide transportation support as necessary. When transportation support is required:
• Supervise student behavior on the bus to ensure safe travel for all students and passengers
• Assist students with mobility restrictions on and off the bus
• Assist in loading and unloading of wheelchair bound students
• Assist in properly securing wheelchairs
• Work together with the driver on issues such as safety and comfort on the bus and working with the driver to ensure students are transported safely and in comfort