Non-Instructional Paraeducator- Bus Attendant RT343

PASCO SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1

1215 WEST LEWIS ST

PASCO, WASHINGTON 99301

PHONE (509) 543-6700

Open Date: 11/07/2025      

Application Deadline/Close Date: 11/17/2025, 4:00PM or until filled. 

First Screening: 11/17/2025

POSITION:     Non-Instructional Paraeducator- Bus Attendant RT343

LOCATION:     Transportation

HOURS:          7.53/day Monday, Tuesday, Friday

                      6.45/day Wednesday's 

                      8.45/day Thursday's

                      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.
• Assist with preparing materials needed to conduct lessons.
• 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 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.
• Assist with needs related to diapering, tube feeding, toileting, catheters, and/or lifting. Additional pay is provided if performing these duties per CBA.
• Translate verbal and/or written information for the purpose of assisting students, district personnel, parents and/or guardians. (Bilingual only).
• 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.
• Assist with contacting parents and/or guardians regarding student behavior and academic progress.
• CPI trained or willingness to attend training.                                                                                               

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.
• Understand and conduct verbal and written instruction.
• Knowledge and/or experience working with children with behavioral disabilities.
• Knowledge of de-escalation strategies.
• Knowledge of car seats, BESI seats and/or seat belts.
• Ability to securely strap in wheelchair(s).
• Knowledge of general cleaning supplies and usages.
• Ability to establish a plan to address student behavior.
• 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.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING:

• Passing score on district administered bilingual test (Bilingual positions only).

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.