Para Educator at Franklin Elementary

Lake-Washington-School-District; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union membership (Teamsters Local 763)

Smoke-free workplace

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is hiring a paraprofessional to assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with varied needs. The role supports health care needs and daily living skills, and helps with classroom setup and supplies.

You may supervise students in library, classrooms, playgrounds, or bus loading areas, contributing to an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• An AA or higher degree, or two years of college credit (72 quarter hours).
• ParaPro Assessment score of 455+ or Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment score of 220+.
• Official documentation required upon hire and successful criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Supports teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students at all levels.
• Assists with daily living and behavioral skills and supports students with special health care needs.
• Assists staff with classroom preparation, retrieval, use and storage of equipment and supplies.
• May supervise and assist students in library, classrooms, resource rooms, playgrounds, or during bus loading/unloading.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (AA) or higher

Two years of college credit (72 quarter hours)

ParaPro Assessment score 455 or higher

Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment score 220 or higher

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lake Washington School District

• Date Posted:
  9/17/2026

Description:
180 day working calendar
3.0 Hours Per Day
Shift: 12:30 - 3:30 Shift subject to change.
Location: Franklin Elementary(located within the Lake Washington Learning Community)
Hourly Rate: $30.79/hour position ( SC7ParaEd26-27.pdf ) 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 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

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.