Para Educator at Einstein Elementary

Lake-Washington-School-District; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District seeks a paraeducator to assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with physical or behavioral needs. The role supports students' health care needs and helps develop daily living and behavioral skills, while assisting staff with classroom prep and equipment handling.

Position is based at Einstein Elementary in Redmond, WA with a 6-hour shift and a schedule that may change, posted as of 10/16/2026.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• AA degree or 72 college credit hours or approved paraeducator assessments.
• Criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with physical or behavioral needs or medically fragile.
• Support students' daily living and behavioral skills and help with classroom preparation and retrieval of supplies.
• Supervise students in library, classroom, resource rooms, playgrounds, or during bus transitions.

Skills

Support teachers

Student support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree or 72 college credits

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lake Washington School District

• Date Posted: 10/16/2026

Description: 180 day working calendar
Hours Per Day: 6.0
Shift: 9:20 am - 3:55 pm Shift subject to change.
Location: Einstein Elementary (located within the Redmond Learning Community)
Hourly Rate:$30.79 ( SC7ParaEd26-27.pdf) 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 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

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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 10/17/2026 7:42:56 AM CST.

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