Paraeducator Librarian @ Lakeview Terrace Elementary

Job Overview

Para educator Librarian at Lakeview Terrace Elementary – Moses Lake School District #161

Full‑time, 6.50 hours per day, 180 workdays per year. Shift time is subject to building needs. Starting date September 2, 2026.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 72 college‑level credits, a college degree, or ability to pass the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Assessment.
• Previous experience working with pupils in individual and small‑group instructional settings.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Basic computer skills, including use of Google Suite, email, and familiarity with library setup, shelving system, and Follet Destiny inventory system.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and bend/stoop to shelve books and assist with inventory.
• Elementary school experience preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.

• Meet performance expectations outlined in the Moses Lake School District Para educator Evaluation.
• Assist students with 1:1 Chromebook issues, replace computers/chargers, and submit tech tickets for repairs.
• Work with the Tech Department on tech tickets, Chromebook issues, and student accounts.
• Monitor copy machine, laminator, and paper supply in the library for teacher usage.
• Repair books as needed.
• Complete tasks accurately and efficiently without constant or direct supervision.
• Maintain positive relationships with supervisory staff, teachers, building employees, students, parents, and community members.
• Work effectively with groups or individual students with or without supervision of certificated staff.
• Use appropriate interventions in handling student misbehavior.
• Demonstrate empathy and awareness of student needs.
• Remain flexible, calm, and patient in challenging situations.
• Accurately maintain data and records.
• Learn and implement new procedures with attention to detail.
• Catalog, shelve, and check out books.
• Proctor district and state testing and assist classroom teachers with testing.
• Order new books consistent with adopted curriculum.
• Daily shelving of books; keep the library neat and orderly.
• Research information for students on Destiny program.
• Use the Accelerated Reader program or Lexile system.
• Attend district library meetings.
• Follow specific instructions promptly and accurately, performing duties with a positive attitude.
• Follow a duty (student supervision) schedule as assigned.
• Collaborate with students, parents, teachers in shared decision‑making activities and services.
• Complete ongoing training.
• Work independently and solve problems with minimal supervision.
• Read to students aloud.
• Supervise students inside and outside the library as scheduled and as needed during inclement weather.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Enforce school and district policies.
• Maintain good rapport with students and teachers.
• Maintain district‑assigned email account; read and respond to messages regularly.
• Accept responsibility for assignments and outcomes.
• Work cooperatively with other staff, maintaining positive, respectful relationships and engagements.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Criminal history clearance through Washington State Patrol and FBI.
• Within the first year, complete the Washington State Fundamental Course of Study for Paraeducators as defined in RCW 28A.413.070, and continue to meet future requirements as mandated by the state.

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to boys scouts and other designated youth groups.