Instructional Assistant at Redmond Elementary School

Applitrack; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District in Redmond, WA is seeking an Instructional Assistant at Redmond Elementary to support teaching staff and help maintain an orderly classroom.

The position follows a 183-day calendar with 6.0 hours per day; duties include assisting with instructional tasks, guarding crossing, lunchroom, library, and after-school programs as needed. Applicants must meet the posted education requirements and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old with 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 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.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist 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; elementary duties may include crossing guard and playground duties.

Skills

Instructional support

Classroom assistance

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

AA or higher OR two years college credits

ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lake Washington School District

Instructional Assistant at Redmond Elementary School JobID: 10185

• Position Type: Classroom Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/28/2026
• Location: Redmond Elementary (High-Needs School)

Description: 183 day working calendar Hours Per Day: 6.0 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 and externally for five (5) workdays. The internal posting will close on Friday, October 2nd, 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

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 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 10/2/2026 12:11:39 PM CST.