Para Educator at Rachel Carson Elementary

Lake-Washington-School-District; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District, Carson Elementary, seeks a Para Educator to support teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with diverse needs. The 180-day calendar and shift from 9:20 to 2:40 guide a stable daytime schedule, and the role is tied to the Teamsters Local Union No.

763. Requirements include at least a high school diploma or equivalent; an AA or higher, or two years of college, or passing ParaPro or paraprofessional assessments.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• AA or higher OR 72 college quarter credit hours OR ParaPro assessment score 455+ OR Paraprofessional assessment score 220+.
• Official documentation will be required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with physical or behavioral needs or who are medically fragile.
• Support students' health care needs and develop daily living and behavioral skills.
• Assist 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 classrooms, playgrounds, or getting on and off a bus.

Skills

Assist teachers

Small group instruction

Student support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (AA) or higher

ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lake Washington School District

Para Educator at Rachel Carson Elementary JobID: 10114

• Date Posted:
  9/1/2026
  
• Location:
  Carson Elementary
  

Description:
180 day working calendar
Hours Per Day: 5.0
Shift: 9:20-2:40. Shift subject to change.
Location: Rachel Carson Elementary(located 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
We are not able to sponsor employment at this time.
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 WASHING SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE.

Postings current as of 9/10/2026 6:11:31 PM CST.

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