Paraeducator at Peter Kirk Elementary

Lake Washington School District; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District in Kirkland, WA, seeks a Paraeducator to assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with physical or behavioral needs at Peter Kirk Elementary, within the Lake Washington Learning Community. The role supports students' health care needs, develops daily living and behavioral skills, and aids staff with classroom prep and retrieval of equipment and supplies.

The position operates on a 180-day calendar with a shift from 8:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• An AA degree or higher, or 72 college quarter credits, or valid ParaPro/Paraprofessional scores.
• Official documentation required upon hire.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction.
• Support students with special health care needs and develop daily living/behavioral skills.
• Assist with classroom prep, equipment use/storage, and supplies.
• Supervise students in library, classrooms, playgrounds, or bus loading.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (AA) or higher

72 college quarter credits (two years of study)

ParaPro or Paraprofessional Assessment scores

Job description

Description

• 180 day working calendar
• Hours Per Day: 6.0 hrs
• Shift: 8:30a-3:00p. Shift subject to change.
• Location: Peter Kirk Elementary (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.
• 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.