Para Educator at Inglewood Middle School

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

Job summary

Lake Washington School District seeks a paraeducator to assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with diverse needs.

You will support students with physical or behavioral needs, help develop daily living and behavioral skills, and assist staff with classroom prep and equipment handling. Responsibilities include supervision in multiple settings, including buses, libraries, and playgrounds.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent or an associate degree or higher, or pass ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessments.
• Official documentation required upon hire; background check mandatory.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Instructional support

Small group support

Classroom assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree or higher

ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Description

180 day working calendar
Hours Per Day: 5.25
Shift: TBD at this time. Shift subject to change.
Location: Inglewood Middle School (within the Eastlake 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.