LAP Paraeducator

Northshore School District 417 Elementary - Various Locations - Bothell, Washington Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Northshore School District 417

• Job : 5392101
• Final date to receive applications: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
• Re-Posted: Oct 01, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! The Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.

This posting will be used to generate an applicant pool. This pool does not necessarily indicate there is a current vacancy. However, should a vacancy occur, this pool allows hiring administrators immediate access to potential candidates. Qualified applicants will be selected for interview by hiring administrators as needed throughout the school year.

Under the supervision of the Learning Assistance Program (LAP) Teacher and/or the Title I Teacher, this position assists students in need of interventions in literacy and/or mathematics. This position provides instructional support for the in-class model or supplements general education math and reading programs in a pull-out setting. Duties are performed within a classroom, office, or other learning space.

This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in consultation with the employee(s) involved. Duties may vary from position-to-position or school-to-school based on the employee(s) specific assignment.

• Provide interventions for students in literacy and/or math to reach and maintain grade level performance.
• In collaboration with the LAP and/or Title I Teacher, leads small group activities; adapts lessons to meet specific student instructional needs and goals; follows the instructional curriculum; and assists with the preparation of instructional materials.
• Provides interventions to individual students or small groups; assists students in problem-solving and organizational skills; and provides feedback to the LAP Teacher, Title I Teacher, and classroom teacher on student progress.
• Organizes and maintains accurate student records and documentation.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with students, teachers, administrators, and parents.
• Attends administrative or educational LAP, Title I, staff meetings, or other professional development meetings as necessary.
• Performs related duties consistent with the job description and employee assignment.

Reports to the Learning Assistance Teacher (LAP), Title I Teacher, and/or building administrator.

Works in a classroom, office, or other learning space to support Multilingual Learners; when necessary may need to travel between various assigned work locations; may support students and families with conflict resolution.

Education and Experience

To meet the new Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA), this position requires that applicant either hold an associate degree or higher, college credit equivalency (72 quarter or 48-semester credits) or have graduated from High School and passed the ETS Para Pro Assessment with a score of 455 or higher.

Link to PESB's para educator minimum employment requirements.

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training or equivalent is required. Training is provided upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to work cooperatively with teachers and enjoy interacting with children; ability to communicate effectively; demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills; ability to maintain confidential information; ability to interact with children in a warm, confident manner; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.

Licenses/Special Requirements

Ability to operate computers and willingness to adapt to new technology.

Salary is based upon the current ESP Salary Schedule Salary (Level I); placement on the salary schedule will be determined by Human Resources DOE. FLSA Non-Exempt.

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