Para Educator at Rosa Parks Elementary

Lake Washington School District; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking a paraeducator to assist teachers with instruction for students with diverse needs at Rosa Parks Elementary. The role includes supporting health care needs, developing daily living and behavioral skills, and aiding with classroom prep and supervision in various settings.

Requirements include being 18+, a high school diploma or equivalent, and relevant ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessments or AA/credits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Optionally holds AA or 72 college credits or paraeducator credential.
• Successful completion of ParaPro or Pearson paraprofessional assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with diverse needs.
• Support students with health care needs and develop daily living skills.
• Assist staff with classroom prep, retrieval, and safe storage of materials; supervise students as needed.

Skills

ParaPro test

Small group support

Classroom prep

Student assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AA degree or 72 college credits

Educational Testing Service ParaPro Assessment score 455+

Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment score 220+

Job description

• Date Posted:
  9/15/2026

Description:

180 day working calendar
Hours Per Day: 3.0
Shift: 11:50am - 2:50pm. Shift subject to change.
Location: Rosa Parks Elementary(located within the Redmond Learning Community)
Hourly Rate: $30.79 ( 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
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.
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.
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