Para Educator at Clara Barton Elementary

Lake Washington School District; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking a Para Educator at Clara Barton Elementary. The role supports teachers and students with various needs, assists with instruction, prep, and safe supervision across classrooms and common areas.

The position offers hourly pay with steps and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus additional educational options and background checks. Sponsorship is not available at this time.

Qualifications

• Must meet minimum education options for Para Educator position.
• Official documentation required before hiring.
• Candidate must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction.
• Support students with physical, behavioral, or medical needs.
• Assist with daily living and behavioral skills.
• Assist staff with classroom prep and retrieval of supplies.
• Supervise students in library, classrooms, playgrounds, or bus loading.

Education

AA degree or higher/Two years of college (72 credit hours)

ParaPro Assessment scores (Reading 324, Writing 324, Math 325)

Criminal background check

Must be 18 years or older

Job description

Para Educator at Clara Barton Elementary JobID: 10245

Location: Clara Barton Elementary School

Description: 180 day working calendar
Hours Per Day: 3.0
Shift: TBD
Location: Clara Barton Elementary(located within the Redmond Learning Community)

Hourly Rate: Step 1: $30.79/hour- Step 2: $33.47/hour based on experience (SC 7 Salary Schedule 2026 - 2027 ) Position is eligible for membership in the Teamsters Local Union No. 763 which is part of the Lake Washington School District Trades Bargaining Council No. 763 (TBC).

Job Summary: Assists teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students of all educational levels who have physical or behavioral needs or are medically fragile. Supports students' special health care needs and develops daily living and behavioral skills. Assists staff with classroom preparation and retrieval, use and storage of equipment and supplies. May supervise and assist students in library, classrooms, resource rooms, self-contained classroom, playgrounds, or getting on and off a bus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. Hold an Associate degree (AA) or higher OR Completed two years of study equivalent to 72 college quarter credit hours, OR Passed an Educational Testing Service ParaPro Assessment documenting a score of Reading and Writing at 324 and Mathematics at 325. Candidates must meet both subtest scores. Official documentation will be required before hiring.
• 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.