Instructional Assistant at Carson Elementary

Lake-Washington-School-District; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Union membership eligibility

Job summary

Lake Washington School District in Redmond, WA is seeking an Instructional Assistant at Carson Elementary to support teachers and help maintain a positive classroom environment.

The role involves assisting with instructional tasks, lunchroom, library, before/after school programs; elementary duties may include crossing guard and playground supervision. Requires high school diploma and AA or higher or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold an Associate degree (AA) or higher OR have completed two years of study equivalent to 72 college quarter credit hours OR have passed ParaPro assessment with 455+.

Responsibilities

• Assists teaching staff by completing instructional tasks and maintaining an orderly classroom.
• May be assigned to classroom, lunchroom, library, before or after school programs, or office.
• Elementary duties may include crossing guard and playground supervision.
• May be assigned to an individual student or work with entire classroom.

Education

AA or higher

Two years of college credit

ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lake Washington School District

Instructional Assistant at Carson Elementary JobID: 10143

• Position Type: Classroom Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/8/2026
• Location: Carson Elementary

Description: 183 day working calendar
Hours Per Day: 4.25
Shift: 10:30 - 3:15
Location: Carson Elementary (located within the Eastlake Learning Community)

Hourly Rate: $27.71/an hour (SC11SEIU26-27.pdf ) Position is eligible for membership in the Service International Employees Union No. 925

Job Summary

Assists teaching staff by completing instructional tasks and maintaining an orderly classroom to provide a positive learning environment. May be assigned to classroom, lunchroom, library, before or after school academic programs, or office. At elementary level, assignment includes crossing guard and playground duties. May be assigned to an individual student or work with entire classroom.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Must be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. Must hold an Associate degree (AA) or higher OR have completed two years of study equivalent to 72 college quarter credit hours OR have passed an Educational Testing Service ParaPro Assessment documenting a score of 455 or higher OR have passed the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment with a score of 220 or higher. Official documentation will be required upon hire.
• Must pass criminal background check

FINALISTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW. Please review LWSD Human Resources Employment Policies , which includes our non-discrimination policy. We are not able to sponsor employment at this time.

Lake Washington School District

Lake Washington School District is committed to building an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment for all students and staff. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences who share our commitment to educational excellence and equity. We especially encourage applications from individuals who have been historically underrepresented in education.

LAKE WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE.