Bilingual Instructional Paraeducator - Three Rivers Elementary

Pasco School District 1 • Washington, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Pasco School District No. 1 is hiring a Bilingual Instructional Paraeducator at Three Rivers Elementary. The position follows a 180-day calendar and has a schedule of 6.75 hours per day on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday; 4.75 hours on Wednesdays; and 4.00 hours on early-release days. The salary range is $22.03–$24.83, with additional hourly pay for an associate degree or bachelor’s degree as specified in the posting. New hires are conditional upon passing a fingerprint screening.

The paraeducator supports instruction and student supervision, assists teachers and administrators with classroom management and lesson preparation, and helps maintain a safe, productive learning environment. The role includes bilingual Russian translation of verbal and written information for students, district personnel, parents, and guardians. Duties may also include first aid, student assessments and records, student transitions and supervision, and assistance with personal care needs. Additional pay is provided when performing specified personal care duties under the collective bargaining agreement.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be bilingual and/or biliterate in Russian, and meet at least one of the listed paraeducator education or assessment pathways. A passing score on the district-administered bilingual Russian test is required. Prior paraeducator, school, and special-needs experience are preferred but not required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual and/or biliterate in Russian.
• Meet at least one of the following: an associate degree (AAS or AA) or higher; 72 college quarter credits or 48 semester credits in college-level courses numbered 100 or higher; or a passing score on the Educational Testing Service paraeducator assessment.
• Pass the district-administered bilingual Russian test.
• Obtain a valid infant and child first aid and/or CPR card, or be willing to obtain one.
• Pass fingerprint screening as a condition of new hire.
• Knowledge of general office equipment, including computers, copiers, laminators, telephones, scanners, paper cutters, book-covering materials, and/or step ladders.
• Knowledge of proper written and verbal English, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records and operate standard office equipment, including basic computer applications.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods and understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge and/or experience working with children with behavioral disabilities and knowledge of de-escalation strategies.
• Knowledge of car seats, BESI seats, and/or seat belts, and ability to securely strap in wheelchairs.
• Knowledge of general cleaning supplies and their use.
• Ability to establish a plan to address student behavior.

Nice To Haves

• Prior paraeducator experience, college experience, or on-the-job experience.
• Experience working with students with special needs.
• Prior experience in a K–12 school setting.
• CPI training, or willingness to attend training.

Responsibilities

• Administer first aid to provide emergency care.
• Provide one-on-one or group instruction.
• Assist classroom teachers and/or building administrators with classroom management.
• Help prepare materials needed to conduct lessons.
• Support or supervise students during arrival and departure, crosswalk duty, transit to and from buses, recess, meals, hall monitoring, and wheelchair loading or unloading.
• Assist with reporting misconduct on school property and/or school bus routes.
• Perform light cleaning, issue equipment, set up or take down activities, and supervise students during age-appropriate games and activities.
• Follow district safety policies and procedures and required program guidelines.
• Attend and complete annual training hours required for paraeducator certification.
• Support or supervise students during tests, quizzes, exams, and other assessments as directed by a teacher.
• Maintain accurate and efficient student records in student information management systems.
• Translate verbal and/or written information for students, district personnel, parents, and/or guardians (bilingual role).
• Assist with diapering, tube feeding, toileting, catheters, and/or lifting as needed; additional pay applies when performing these duties per the collective bargaining agreement.
• Participate in district meetings to communicate information and receive feedback and/or direction.
• Distribute documents and materials to staff, students, and/or parents.
• Supervise students to help ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
• Assist other personnel as needed and perform other duties assigned within the scope of the position.
• Assist with contacting parents and/or guardians regarding student behavior and academic progress.

Benefits

• Additional hourly pay for an associate degree or bachelor’s degree, as specified in the posting.
• Additional pay for performing specified personal care duties, per the collective bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED