Pasco School District 1 Is Hiring A Bilingual Instructional Paraeducator

Join Pasco School District No. 1 as a Bilingual Instructional Paraeducator! 🌟

Pasco School District No. 1 is excited to announce an opening for a dedicated Bilingual Instructional Paraeducator to support our students and staff at Frost Elementary. If you are passionate about education and bilingual communication, this is your opportunity to make a difference!

Position Details 📍

• Location: Frost Elementary, Pasco, Washington 99301
• Open Date: August 13, 2025
• Application Deadline: August 18, 2025, at 4:00 PM (or until filled)
• Hours:
  • 6.00 hours/day on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
  • 4.00 hours on Wednesdays
  • 4.00 hours on Early Release Days
  • 1.00 hour/day, Monday - Friday (Temporary Assignment)
• Salary Range: $21.38 - $23.72 per hour
• Additional Pay: Bilingual/ biliterate (Spanish): +$0.50/hour; BA Degree: +$0.75/hour
• Contract Duration: 180-day calendar, temporary position (subject to annual change)
• Note: New hires are conditional upon passing a fingerprint screening

Key Responsibilities 📝

Essential Responsibilities

• Administer first aid and provide emergency care 🚑
• Offer one-on-one or group instruction to students
• Assist classroom teachers and administrators with classroom management 🏫
• Prepare materials needed for lessons
• Support student arrival and departure, including crossing duties and transit assistance 🚸
• Report misconduct on school property and school bus routes
• Help with light cleaning, equipment issuance, and supervising age-appropriate activities 🎮
• Follow district safety policies and program guidelines
• Complete annual training for paraeducator certification 📚
• Assist with administering tests, quizzes, and assessments as directed ✏️
• Maintain accurate student records in management systems
• Translate verbal and written information (Bilingual Applicants Only) 🌐
• Assist with personal care needs such as diapering, toileting, and lifting (additional pay involved) 💧
• Participate in district meetings and distribute relevant materials
• Supervise students to promote a safe and productive learning environment

Non-Essential Responsibilities

• Assist other personnel with their work activities
• Perform additional duties within the scope of the position
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavior 🗣️
• Attend CPI training or be willing to do so

Qualifications & Requirements ✅

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bilingual and/or Biliterate in Spanish
• Must meet one of the following:
  • Associates Degree (AAS, AA) or higher
  • 72 college quarter credits or 48 semester credits in college-level courses (100 or higher)
  • Passing score on the ETS paraeducator assessment
• Experience working with students with special needs (preferred but not required)
• Valid First Aid and/or CPR certification or willingness to obtain
• Previous experience in a K-12 setting (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 📋

• Familiarity with office equipment: computers, copiers, laminators, telephones, scanners, paper cutters, etc.
• Proficiency in English, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records
• Proficiency in operating standard office applications and basic computer skills
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods
• Capable of understanding and following verbal and written instructions
• Experience working with children, particularly those with special needs, is a plus