Instructional Assistant - Rosa Parks Elementary

Lake Washington School District; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 44,083,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant at Rosa Parks Elementary. The role supports teaching staff, helps maintain an orderly classroom, and may include lunchroom, library, before/after school programs, and crossing guard duties.

Requires high school diploma or AA/72 credits or ParaPro/Paraprofessional score; background check required. Position is 3 hours daily on a 183-day calendar, with a daily shift 9:15–12:15.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold an AA degree or 72 credit hours or ParaPro score 455 or Paraprofessional score 220.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assists teaching staff by completing instructional tasks and maintaining an orderly classroom.
• May be assigned to classroom, lunchroom, library, before or after school programs, or office.
• Elementary assignment may include crossing guard and playground duties and can be with an individual student or entire class.

Education

AA degree / 72 credit hours / ParaPro or Paraprofessional score

Job description

Instructional Assistant - Rosa Parks Elementary JobID: 10198

• Position Type: Classroom Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 10/5/2026

Description: 183 day working calendar

Hours Per Day: 3.0

Shift: 9:15-12:15. Shift subject to change.

Location: Rosa Parks Elementary School (located within the Redmond Learning Community)

Hourly Rate: $27.71/hour SC11 Salary Schedule 2026-2027 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.

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.