Temporary Non-Instructional Paraeducator- Crosswalk Duty- Stevens Middle School

PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1

1215 WEST LEWIS ST

PASCO, WASHINGTON 99301

PHONE (509) 543-6700

TEMPORARY POSITION FOR THE 25-26 SCHOOL YEAR

Open Date: 09/04/2025       

Application Deadline/Close Date: 09/11/2025 at 4:00pm, or until filled.

POSITION:     Temporary Non-Instructional Paraeducator- Crosswalk Duty

LOCATION:     Stevens Middle School

HOURS:          0.50/ day Monday- Friday 

                      180-day calendar

SALARY:         $20.76 - $22.11

                      Salary Schedules

                  AA Degree - $0.50/hour extra

                      BA Degree $0.75/hour extra

NEW HIRES ARE CONDITIONAL UPON PASSING A FINGERPRINT SCREENING

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers first aid to provide emergency care.
• Communicate clearly with students, staff, and the public to give or receive instructions.
• Assist with safely directing students through crosswalks to and from school at designated intersections or cross streets. 
• Stop and/or direct traffic to allow students to cross safely. 
• Provide support or supervision of students, including but not limited to arrival and/or departure, cross walk duty, transit to bus, transit from bus, recess, breakfast/lunch time, hall monitoring, unloading and/or loading wheelchair bound students.
• Assist with reporting misconduct, incidents and/or potential dangers to appropriate building administrator(s) or law enforcement.
• Adhere to District safety policies and/or procedures as well as required program guidelines.
• Participate in District meetings to communicate information and gain feedback and/or direction on a variety of issues.
• Distribute documents and materials to appropriate staff, students and/or parents.
• Assist with supervision of students to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.                                                                                               

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required. 
• 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. 
• Valid First Aid and/or CPR card for infants and children or willing to obtain.
• Prior experience in a K-12 school setting preferred but not required. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of general office equipment such as computers, copiers, laminators, telephones, scanners, paper cutters, book covering materials, and/or step ladders.
• Knowledge in proper use of English in both written and verbal forms, use of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records.
• Skill in operating standard office equipment including basic computer applications.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work in all outdoor weather environments.
• Understand and conduct verbal and written instruction.
• Knowledge and/or experience working with children with behavioral disabilities.
• Knowledge of de-escalation strategies.
• Ability to follow safe work practices and/or procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with staff, students, and patrons.
• Proficiency in basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Knowledge of basic computer applications, data collection, assessments, and software applications to support K-12 education. 

Letters and applications received after closing date will only be accepted and screened if the position remains unfilled

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: Pasco School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, age, religion, color, national origin, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained guide dog or service animal. Pasco School District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and other designated youth groups. Questions and complaints of alleged discrimination should be addressed to the following designated employees: Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance Officer-Sarah Thornton; 1215 W. Lewis St., Pasco, WA 99301, 509-543-6700, sthornton@psd1.org; and Sec. 504 Coordinator-Kristi Docken, 1215 W. Lewis St., Pasco, WA 99301, 509-543-6700, kdocken@psd1.org.

Salary : $21 - $22