Paraeducator (Transition Room) at Rose Hill Middle School 2026-2027

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

Job summary

Lake Washington School District is seeking a paraeducator to assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students of all educational levels who have physical or behavioral needs or are medically fragile. The role supports students' health care needs and helps develop daily living and behavioral skills.

You will assist staff with classroom preparation and the retrieval, use and storage of equipment and supplies, and may supervise students in library, classrooms, resource

Qualifications

• Must hold an AA or higher OR have completed two years of study equivalent to 72 college quarter credits.
• Possess ParaPro or Paraprofessional assessment scores as specified.
• Official documentation will be required upon hire.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with physical or behavioral needs or are medically fragile.
• 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.
• May supervise and assist students in library, classrooms, resource rooms, self-contained classroom, playgrounds, or getting on and off a bus.

Skills

Student support

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree (AA) or higher

72 college quarter credits

ParaPro Assessment 455+

Pearson Paraprofessional 220+

Job description

Description

180 day working calendar

Hours Per Day: 6.0

Shift: Shift will start at 7:50am.

Location: Rose Hill Middle School (Transition Room) (part of the Lake Washington Learning Community)

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. 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 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

Eligibility

We are not able to sponsor employment at this time.

Company Culture

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.