Instructional Assistant at Smith Elementary

Lake-Washington-School-District; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking an instructional assistant to support teaching staff at Smith Elementary. The role includes assisting with classroom duties, lunch supervision, and supporting students in various settings to maintain a positive learning environment.

The schedule is 183 days, 3.5 hours per day, 11:15am–2:45pm, with shifts subject to change. Requires age 18+, high school diploma or equivalent, and one of several education options; union position under SEIU Local 925.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet one of the approved educational thresholds (AA or higher, 72 quarter credits, or tests).
• Background check will be required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff with instructional tasks and classroom management.
• Maintain an orderly classroom to support a positive learning environment.
• Support lunchroom, library, before/after school programs, or office duties.
• At elementary level, may perform crossing guard and playground duties.
• Work with an individual student or the entire class as assigned.

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

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Instructional Assistant at Smith Elementary JobID: 10109

• Position Type:
  Classroom Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted:
  8/28/2026
• Location:
  Smith Elementary

Looking for an instructional assistant to join the Smith Elementary community. Work responsibility included lunch cashier and other student supports.

Description:

183 day working calendar

Hours Per Day: 3.5

Shift: 11:15am -2:45pm Shift subject to change.

Location: Smith Elementary (part of the Eastlake Learning Community)

Hourly Rate:

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

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 Thursday, September 3rd, 2026. If no internal candidates were selected for transfer, the position will be posted for one 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.

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