Specialized Program Paraeducator - Bridges- McLoughlin Middle School

Pasco School District 1•Washington, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1 is seeking a Specialized Program Paraeducator for the Bridges program at McLoughlin Middle School. This position involves supporting students with specialized needs, assisting with academic and social-emotional instruction, and ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment. The role requires adherence to individualized behavior intervention plans, assisting with personal care needs, and administering first aid. The paraeducator will work closely with teachers and specialists to foster student development and engagement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, 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.
Valid First aid and/or CPR card for infants and children or willing to obtain.
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) trained or willing to attend training.

Nice To Haves

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.
Prior experience in a K-12 school setting preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Use Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) techniques and follow individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to de-escalate challenging behaviors, promote safety, and reinforce positive behavior through proactive, structured support systems.
Assist students with personal care needs, including toileting, hygiene, dressing, and handwashing, ensuring a respectful, safe, and supportive approach aligned with student-specific plans.
Support the delivery of academic and social-emotional instruction in both individual and small group settings, closely following teacher and specialist direction to promote skill development and engagement.
Build consistent, supportive, and empathetic connections with students to foster emotional safety, encourage participation, and support social and emotional growth.
Respond to student needs with sensitivity to past trauma by maintaining predictable routines, offering choices, modeling calm behavior, and prioritizing emotional regulation and student dignity in all interactions.
Administers first aid to provide emergency care.
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 during student arrival and/or departure to include but not limited to cross walk duty, transit to bus, transit from bus, unloading and/or loading wheelchair bound students.
Assist with reporting misconduct on school property and/or school bus route(s).
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.
Assist with needs related to diapering, tube feeding, toileting, catheters, and/or lifting.
Maintain accurate and efficient student records within student information management system(s).
Participate in District meetings to communicate information and gain feedback and/or direction on a variety of issues.
Assists with supervision of students to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
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.