Paraeducator at Redmond Elementary

Lake-Washington-School-District; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking a part-time instructional support assistant in Redmond, WA within the Redmond Learning Community. The role involves aiding teachers with individualized and small-group instruction and supporting students with health-care needs and skill development.

Hours are 3.0 per day on a 180-day calendar. The position offers an hourly rate between $30.79 and $33.47 and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with options for AA or higher or ParaPro scores.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• An AA or higher degree OR two years of study equivalent to 72 quarter credits.
• ParaPro Assessment scores: Reading/Writing 324 and Math 325 required.
• Must pass criminal background check and cannot be sponsored for employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with needs.
• Support students' health care needs and development of daily living and behavioral skills.
• Assist staff with classroom preparation, retrieval, use and storage of equipment and supplies.
• Supervise and assist students in library, classrooms, resource rooms, playgrounds, or bus loading areas.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (AA) or higher

72 college quarter credit hours

ParaPro test scores: Reading/Writing 324, Math 325

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lake Washington School District

Description

180 day working calendar

Hours Per Day: 3.0

Shift: TBD at this time. Shift subject to change.

Location: Redmond Elementary (located within the Redmond Learning Community)

Hourly Rate

Step 1: $30.79/hour- Step 2: $33.47/hour based on experience ( SC7 Salary Schedule 2026 - 2027 ) 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 Reading and Writing at 324 and Mathematics at 325. Candidates must meet both subtest scores. Official documentation will be required before hiring.

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 Washington School District is a smoke-free workplace.