Instructional Assistant at Peter Kirk Elementary

Lake-Washington-School-District; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Peter Kirk Elementary to support teachers and students. You will help with instructional tasks and keep the classroom orderly during a 4-hour shift.

This 183-day calendar position may include duties in lunchroom, library, or after-school programs. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent; an AA degree or 72 college credits, or approved ParaPro/Pearson scores, with a mandatory criminal background

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• AA degree or 72 college credits, or approved ParaPro/Pearson scores.
• Criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff with instructional tasks to support learning.
• Maintain an orderly classroom and positive learning environment.
• May work in lunchroom, library, after-school programs, or office; crossing guard and playground duties.

Skills

Classroom support

Instructional tasks

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 72 college quarter credits

Educational Testing Service ParaPro OR Pearson Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

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Openings as of 8/21/2026

Instructional Assistant at Peter Kirk Elementary JobID: 9993

• Position Type: Classroom Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 8/3/2026

Description

183 day working calendar

Hours Per Day: 4 hours

Shift: 8:25am-12:55pm at this time. Shift subject to change.

Location: Peter Kirk Elementary (located within the Lake Washington Learning Community)

This position is posted in accordance with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Collective Bargaining Agreement transfer process outlined in Section 15.9 The position will be posted internally for five (5) workdays. The internal posting will close on August 13, 2026. 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, the position will be posted for one (1) week to consider both internal and external applicants.

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

Application Procedure

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.

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