ParaEducator at Lake Washington High School

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

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking a ParaEducator at Lake Washington High School. You will assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with diverse needs, support daily living and behavioral skills, and help supervise students in library, classrooms, and on buses.

The role follows an 180-day calendar with 6.5-hour days, 8:30am–3:30pm. Requirements include being 18+, a high school diploma or equivalent (AA or 72 college credits or ParaPro/Pearson scores),

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• AA degree or 72 college credits, or valid ParaPro/Pearson scores.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students of all levels.
• Support students with physical, behavioral needs or medical fragility and develop daily living/behavioral skills.
• Assist staff with classroom preparation, retrieval, use and storage of equipment and supplies; supervise students in library, classrooms, resource rooms, or on buses.

Skills

Instructional support

Small group instruction

Classroom assistance

Education

High school diploma

AA degree or 72 college credits or ParaPro/Pearson scores

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lake Washington School District

ParaEducator at Lake Washington High School JobID: 10210

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

Description: 180 day working calendar
Hours Per Day: 6.5
Shift: 8:30am-3:30pm. Shift subject to change.
Location: Lake Washington High School (within the Lake Washington Learning Community)

Hourly Rate: $30.79 ( SC7ParaEd26-27.pdf) 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

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.

LAKE WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE.

Postings current as of 10/17/2026 8:12:50 AM CST.