Paraeducator Specialist - Special Education Resource Room (3 Positions) @ Moses Lake High School

Para educator Specialist - Special Education Resource Room (3 Positions) @ Moses Lake High School

Moses Lake School District 161 – Moses Lake High School – Moses Lake, Washington

Shift time is subject to building needs.

• ELL/Migrant Instruction and Translation Services*
• Health Room*
• Computer Lab and Technology Support**
• Special Education Resource and Life Essentials**

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 72 college quarter credits from a nationally accredited institution or pass ETS test.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Accurate and efficient at completing tasks on time without constant/direct supervision.
• Positive relational skills with students, parents, staff, and supervisors.
• Ability to work effectively with small groups or individual students under the supervision of certified staff.
• Accurate record‑keeping.
• Compassionate response to a student needing assistance with personal care, including verbal coaching.

• Meet performance expectations as outlined in MLSD #161 Classified Employee Performance Evaluation.
• Always punctual and notify supervisor early of absences to avoid workflow interruption.
• Maintain a well‑groomed, neat, and clean appearance appropriate for the job assignment.
• Lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Promptly and accurately follow specific instructions, performing duties with a positive attitude.
• Follow assigned duty schedule and prescribed behavior plans.
• Apply appropriate discipline according to district procedures and behavior plans.
• Work independently and solve problems with minimal supervision.
• Communicate learning objectives from individualized educational programs (IEP) under the supervision of certified staff to special‑needs children individually or in small groups.
• Build positive relationships with special‑needs students and encourage them to develop relationships with peers.
• Receive Non‑violent Crisis Intervention and Non‑violent Restraint training.
• Effectively intervene and control students when they are out of control (e.g., fighting, acting out, having tantrums) using restraining methods approved by the district.
• Receive training to understand specific disabilities.
• Supervise special‑needs students in the classroom and upon arrival and departure from school.
• Monitor activities to ensure safety and compliance with school rules.
• Provide emergency first aid as necessary and hold a current First Aid card.
• Assist medically fragile children and work with students with behaviour difficulties.
• Maintain excellent attendance and keep district‑assigned email active (daily read and responses).
• Other duties as assigned.

Classified salary range: $21.69 to $26.67 per hour. 6.5 hours per day, 180 days per year.

Benefits available per district policy.

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. The district provides equal access to all programs.

Job  | Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled | Starting Date:
Sep 2, 2026

• Human Resources
• 1620 S. Pioneer Way
• Moses Lake, WA 98837
• Phone: (509) 766‑2650
• Email: hr