Paraeducator at Alcott Elementary

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with individualized and small group instruction for students with physical, behavioral, or medical needs.
• Support students' special health care needs and develop 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, self-contained classrooms, playgrounds, or during bus loading/unloading.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Hold an Associate degree (AA) or higher OR completed two years of study equivalent to 72 college quarter credit hours OR passed the Educational Testing Service ParaPro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher OR passed the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment with a score of 220 or higher.
• Official documentation required upon hire.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Benefits

• Eligible for membership in the Teamsters Local Union No. 763, part of the Lake Washington School District Trades Bargaining Council No. 763.

Pay

Hourly Rate: Step 1: $30.79/hour – Step 2: $33.47/hour based on experience (SC7 Salary Schedule 2026‑2027).

Schedule

180‑day working calendar; 6.0 hours per day; shift 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM (subject to change).