Instructional Assistant at Franklin Elementary School

Lake Washington School District; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Franklin Elementary School. The role supports teaching staff, manages study hall and testing areas, and may serve in classrooms, lunchrooms, libraries, or after-school programs.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent or one of the approved education options, and must pass a background check. This position does not sponsor work visas at this time.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet one of: AA degree or 72 college quarter credit hours or ParaPro/Pearson score as described.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• Official documentation required upon hire.
• Not able to sponsor employment at this time.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff by completing instructional tasks and maintaining an orderly classroom.
• Manage study hall and testing room; support various locations as assigned.
• May be assigned to classroom, lunchroom, library, before-/after-school programs, or office.
• Work with an individual student or the whole classroom.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (AA) or higher

72 college quarter credit hours

ParaPro Assessment score 455+

Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment score 220+

Job description

Instructional Assistant at Franklin Elementary School

Position Type: Classroom Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant

Date Posted: 7/31/2026

Description

183 day working calendar
Hours Per Day: 6.5
Shift: TBD - Flexible
Location: Franklin Elementary (located within the Lake Washington Learning Community)

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

Internal posting closes on Thursday, August 6th, 2026.

Job Summary

Assists teaching staff by completing instructional tasks and maintaining an orderly classroom to provide a positive learning environment. Primary role entails management of study hall and testing room. May be assigned to classroom, lunchroom, library, before- or after-school academic programs, or office. 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

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.

We are not able to sponsor employment at this time.

LAKE WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE.