General School Assistant 2026-27 Interlake High School

Bellevue School District • Bellevue, WA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The General School Assistant provides instructional and non-instructional support in the school setting so school staff can focus on instructional initiatives. Depending on the assignment, the role may support teachers and students in classrooms, assist with school activities and student supervision, or provide clerical support in an office or other school setting. The assistant may work with English Language Learners and diverse student populations. Duties and assignments may vary based on school and district needs.

The position is assigned to Interlake High School for the 2026–27 school year. It is scheduled for four hours per day in the afternoon, Monday through Friday, 20 hours per week, for a 180-day annual assignment. The pay range is $25.30–$27.25 per hour, with a starting rate of $25.30 per hour under the negotiated collective bargaining agreement. Eligibility for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance is based on working 630 hours within a school year. Retirement is provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.

The position reports to and is directly supervised by the Building Administrator. Employment is contingent on verification of identity and U.S. work authorization, satisfactory background and reference checks, and Bellevue School Board approval. The district does not currently provide visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Meet at least one of the following: pass the ETS Paraeducator Assessment; hold an Associate of Arts degree; have earned 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education; or have completed a registered apprenticeship program. Required education or credentials must be supported by original transcripts or a certificate as applicable.
• Foreign degrees must be evaluated by a NACES member company.
• Demonstrate basic academic knowledge in core content areas, particularly math and reading.
• Understand the basics of child development and basic safety, emergency, hygiene, and cleanliness procedures.
• Have basic computer skills, including keyboarding and the ability to enter data and information.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, organization, and ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Be able to work in a team setting and maintain confidentiality of student and employee records and information as required.
• Demonstrate multicultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse populations.
• Perform duties in accordance with applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements.
• Meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.
• Complete identity and U.S. work authorization verification and required satisfactory background, reference, and prior-employer checks; employment is also subject to Bellevue School Board approval.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a school setting.
• An associate degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and non-instructional support in the school setting.
• Support teachers with materials, supplies, and copying.
• Monitor and assist student progress during routine classroom tasks.
• Work with individual students or small groups as directed by a certificated staff member.
• Record observations and student progress data as directed by a teacher or administrator.
• Assist with school activities, including before- or after-school activities, and accompany students on field trips or other outings when assigned.
• Attend required staff meetings and participate in required professional development and training.
• Work with English Language Learners and support a diverse student population as assigned.
• Support elementary school health clinics as assigned, under duties designated by the nurse.
• Enter student records as needed for the position.
• Provide clerical and other support in a school office or non-classroom setting when assigned.
• Supervise students in non-classroom settings, such as lunchrooms, playgrounds, cross-walks, and parking lots, as assigned.
• Collaborate with other staff members as required for the assignment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Dental insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Vision insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Long-term disability insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Life insurance eligibility based on 630 hours worked within a school year.
• Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED