Temp Specialized Program Paraeducator - ABA Support

Young World Physical Education; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco School District No. 1 in Pasco, Washington, seeks a Temporary Specialized Program Paraeducator at Angelou Elementary School.

You will support instruction and behavior interventions using ABA techniques, prompting, DTT, and task analysis under the classroom teacher's direction. The position is for the 2026/2027 school year with a 180‑day calendar, 6.75 hours/day on most days, and wages of $23.12 to $25.92 per hour plus degree‑based premiums.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bilingual and/or Biliterate (Spanish) preferred but not required.
• Must meet one or more: Associates degree or 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits; or passing paraeducator assessment.

Responsibilities

• Support instruction and behavior interventions using ABA, prompting, DTT, and task analysis as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Facilitate communication using AAC devices and other methods under guidance.
• Use de-escalation strategies and follow behavior support and CPI techniques.
• Deliver small group or one-on-one academic and functional instruction; monitor engagement.
• Provide light first aid and assist with student needs per district procedures.
• Assist with classroom management and preparation of instructional materials.
• Supervise students during arrival, dismissal, and transitions; assist with meals and recess.
• Attend required training hours for paraeducator certification.

Skills

ABA techniques

DTT

Prompting

Positive reinforcement

AAC devices

CPI training

First aid

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma

Bilingual Spanish

Paraeducator requirements or coursework

Job description

Pasco School District No. 1 in Pasco, Washington, seeks a Temporary Specialized Program Paraeducator at Angelou Elementary School.

You will support instruction and behavior interventions using ABA techniques, prompting, DTT, and task analysis under the classroom teacher's direction. The position is for the 2026/2027 school year with a 180‑day calendar, 6.75 hours/day on most days, and wages of $23.12 to $25.92 per hour plus degree‑based premiums.