Para Educator at Lake Washington High School

Lake-Washington-School-District; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington High School is seeking a Para Educator to support teachers and students within the Lake Washington Learning Community. The role involves assisting with individualized and small group instruction for students with physical or behavioral needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with options for AA or higher or two years of college credit, or passing ParaPro/PARAPRO assessments, and a criminal background check.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold an AA or higher OR two years of college credit OR have passed ParaPro or Paraprofessional assessments.
• Official documentation will be required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with diverse needs.
• Supports students' 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, playgrounds, or bus assistance.

Skills

Para Educator support

Education

AA or higher / 72 college credit hours

Educational Testing Service ParaPro score 455+ OR Pearson Paraprofessional 220+

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lake Washington School District

Para Educator at Lake Washington High School JobID: 10211

• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Location: Lake Washington High School

Description

180 day working calendar

Hours Per Day: 5.0

Shift:10:15 am-3:15 pm Shift subject to change.

Location: Lake Washington High School (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. 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

Selected Additional Information

FINALISTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW

Please review LWSD Human Resources Employment Policies , which includes our non-discrimination policy. We are not able to sponsor employment at this time.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Postings current as of 10/17/2026 7:46:37 AM CST.

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