Instructional Assistant at Redmond Elementary

Lake Washington School District; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant at Redmond Elementary to support teaching staff and maintain an orderly classroom environment. The position follows a 183-day calendar with a 6.5-hour workday, and duties may span classroom, lunchroom, library, and after-school programs.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred AA or two years of college, and must pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold an Associate degree (AA) or higher OR have completed two years of study (72 credit hours).
• Must pass a criminal background check.

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.
• At elementary level, may include crossing guard and playground duties.

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree (AA) or higher

Two years college / 72 credit hours

ParaPro/Paraprofessional Assessment passed

Job description

Instructional Assistant at Redmond Elementary JobID: 10117

• Position Type: Classroom Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/1/2026
• Location: Redmond Elementary (High-Needs School)

Description

183 day working calendar

Hours Per Day: 6.5

Shift: TBD at this time. Shift subject to change.

Location: Redmond Elementary (located within the Redmond 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 9/07/26. 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, 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.

LAKE WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE.

Postings current as of 9/3/2026 7:30:24 AM CST.

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