Instructional Assistant at Carson Elementary

Lake Washington School District; Sammamish (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Union membership eligibility

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking a paraeducator to support teaching staff and maintain an orderly classroom environment at Carson Elementary. Duties may include classroom, lunchroom, library, or after-school programs, with potential crossing guard responsibilities for elementary students.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent, with options including AA degree or passing ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessments. A criminal background check is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years of age or older.
• Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff by completing instructional tasks.
• Maintain an orderly classroom to provide a positive learning environment.
• May be assigned to classroom, lunchroom, library, before/after school programs, or office.
• Elementary level duties may include crossing guard and playground supervision.
• May support an individual student or the entire class.

Skills

Classroom assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree or 72 college quarter hours

ParaPro or Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Description

183 day working calendar

Hours Per Day

4.25

Shift

10:30 - 3:15

Location

Carson Elementary (located within the Eastlake Learning Community)

Employees International Union (SEIU) Collective Bargaining Agreement transfer process outlined in Section 15.9. During the peak hiring months of August and September, vacancies will be posted to internal and external candidates. The internal posting will close on 9/14/26. Interested employees must submit an Internal Application. To be eligible for transfer, employees must meet the posted qualifications and have been in their current position for at least six (6) months. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly. If no internal candidates are selected for transfer, external candidates will be considered.

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

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

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.