Paraeducator at Transition Academy (18-22 Year Olds)

Lake Washington School District; United States; On-site; USD 53,444,000 - 55,793,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Washington School District's Transition Academy seeks a paraeducator to assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for 18–22 year old students with diverse needs. This 180-day calendar position typically offers 7-hour days across multiple sites, with varied shifts and community-based activities.

The role supports students' health needs, daily living and behavioral skills, and helps with classroom prep, equipment handling, and transportation-related supervision,

Qualifications

• Must hold an AA or 72 credits or pass ParaPro/Paraprofessional assessments.
• Official documentation required upon hire.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction.
• 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.
• Supervise and assist students in community settings and on buses.

Skills

Assist teachers

Small group instruction

Student supervision

Community-based activities supervision

Education

Associate degree or 72 college credits

ParaPro Assessment 455+

Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment 220+

Job description

Paraeducator at Transition Academy (18-22 Year Olds) JobID: 9912

• Date Posted: 7/10/2026
• Location: Special Services

Description

180 day working calendar

Hours Per Day: 7.0

Shift: Shift subject to change. Typically Transition Academy schedule includes full 7-hour workdays, Monday-Thursday, and 3-hour workdays on Fridays.

Location: Transition Academy is one program, located on 3 neighboring sites. This posting is for the entire program, and position can be placed at any of the sites.

Hourly Rate

$30.79/hour position (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. Supervise and assist students in community settings for job internships, volunteer sites, leisure activities, shopping outings, taking publish transportation, and getting on and off a school bus.

Education and Experience Requirements

• 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

Human Resources Employment Policies

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.

FINALISTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW