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Classified Employees

Woman standing at open bus door smiling
A Food Services employee making food at LHS
grounds employee mowing the lawn
A para helps a student with an assignment
Smiling van driver
playground supervisors
Custodian
A paraeducator helps a student with an assignment
Group photo of food services employees smiling in cafeteria
para helping student

Classified positions do not require a teaching certificate.

General requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • For bus/van drivers and mechanics: At least five years of experience driving a personal vehicle.
  • For para-educators: AA degree or higher in related field, two years of higher education, or demonstration of successful passage of ETS ParaPro Assessment.
  • For kitchen assistants: Washington State Food Worker Card (available from the state for $10.)
  • Pass a background check ($50.00 paid to OSPI) prior to first day of employment.

How many hours will I work?

Some positions only require 2.5 hours per day (kitchen assistant). Para-educator positions are generally 6.25 hours per day. Only want to work occasionally? Substitutes are needed in multiple positions and you decide what days you are available to work.

Do I work on non-school days?

Most classified (non-teaching) positions follow the student calendar, though there might be opportunities to work additional hours.

What kind of training is provided?

Drivers receive training to obtain a CDL permit and additional driver training. Bus drivers can receive up to $2,000 in incentives.

What will I get paid?

Please see the job description for a detailed pay range for each position.

Benefits

Employees who work at least 630 hours per year (about 3.5 hours per day) are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Medical/dental/vision benefits through Washington state’s School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).
  • Washington state retirement plan
  • Employee Assistance Program