Lake Washington School District is hiring: School Office Professional - Library

Position Details

Position Type: Office & Clerical Support Staff/ School Office Professional

Date Posted: 12/22/2025

Location: Kirkland Middle School

School Office Professional 2024.pdf

Description

183/12=195 day working calendar for Instructional Assistant
183/12=195 day working calendar for School Office Professional
Hours Per Day: 8 (5.5 hrs School Office Professional and 2.5 Instructional Assistant)
Shift: TBD at this time. Shift subject to change.
Location: Kirkland Middle School

School Office Professional Hourly Rate

$30.55 position (SC8LWESP) is eligible for membership in the Lake Washington Education Support Professionals.

Instructional Assistant Hourly Rate

$25.54/hour position (SC11 Salary Schedule) is eligible for membership in the Service International Employees Union No. 925

Office Professional Job Summary

All general administrative support positions are expected to perform common office procedures such as answering phones; providing information and customer service to students, employees and/or the community; word processing or data entry; and maintaining records while maintaining confidentiality. Although certain recurring tasks or responsibilities may be assigned to certain individuals within an office with multiple support positions, all employees in these positions are expected to contribute to keeping the office functioning effectively and efficiently.

Instructional Assistant Job Summary

Assists teaching staff by completing instructional tasks and maintaining an orderly classroom to provide a positive learning environment. May be assigned to classroom, lunchroom, library, before or after school academic programs, or office. At elementary level, assignment includes crossing guard and playground duties. May be assigned to an individual student or work with entire classroom.

Library Specific Description

In support of the teacher-librarian's vision for the library, the Library Office Professional & Instructional Assistant supports the daily operation of the school library by helping create a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all students. This role involves frequent and positive interactions with students, including assisting them in selecting books aligned to their interests and reading levels. Knowledge of Young Adult (YA) books or willingness to read YA books is helpful. The Library Office Professional & Instructional Assistant contributes to the high functioning of the library by supporting circulation procedures, maintaining the organization and orderliness of the physical space and book collection, and ensuring the library remains an accessible and inviting environment that promotes a love of reading and learning.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Must be at least eighteen years of age and hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. Must hold an Associate degree (AA) or higher OR have completed two years of study equivalent to 72 college quarter credit hours, OR have passed an Educational Testing Service ParaPro Assessment documenting a score of 455 or higher, OR have passed the Pearson Paraprofessional Assessment with a score of 220 or higher. Official documentation will be required upon hire.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Application Procedure

External and Internal Applicants: To apply to this posting, all applicants must submit an online application https://www.applitrack.com/lakewashington/onlineapp/default.aspx

Interview Process

Finalists will be contacted for an interview.

Additional Information

Please review LWSD Human Resources Employment Policies, which includes our non-discrimination policy. We are not able to sponsor employment at this time.

Lake Washington School District is committed to building an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment for all students and staff. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences who share our commitment to educational excellence and equity. We especially encourage applications from individuals who have been historically underrepresented in education.

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