Elem​/MS Para-Librarian

Elem/MS Para‑Librarian

CENTRAL SD 13J INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY - Independence, Oregon. Open in Google Maps

Job : 5727219

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 20, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Elementary/Middle School Para‑Librarian is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the daily operations of the school library, media center, and computer lab in order to support student learning and staff needs. This position includes processing, organizing, and distributing textbooks, library books, and periodicals, as well as maintaining accurate records of library usage, inventory, and activities. The Para‑Librarian assists students and staff in locating resources and using library and media technology, while creating a welcoming and organized environment.

This position reports directly to the building Principal and is scheduled to begin on August 24, 2026. Bilingual candidates fluent in English and Spanish are preferred. Please note that the listed salary reflects the 2025/2026 classified salary schedule and may be subject to change pending contract negotiations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses malfunctions of hardware and/or software applications in the library for the purpose of determining appropriate actions to maintain computer and internet operations.
• Coordinates library materials (e.g. selection, acquisition and cataloging, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and maintaining relevant, age appropriate reading, computer, and resource materials for student and staff use.
• Coordinates various activities (e.g. students, teachers, technical support personnel, book fairs, fund raising programs, class visits, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining library and computer lab operations and/or generating revenues to purchase additional library materials.
• Directs Instructional Assistants, student workers and volunteers for the purpose of guiding and monitoring their activities related to library operations.
• Facilitates training and use of automated circulation systems by elementary/middle school Media/Tech Assistants for the purpose of maintaining a coordinated cataloging system throughout the district.
• Implements circulation procedures for the purpose of assuring availability of materials for student and staff use.
• Instructs students and teachers for the purpose of educating them on the proper use of the library resources and/or complementing classroom instruction with various software applications and the use of computer technology.
• Maintains materials inventory (e.g. library books, library hardware/software, media equipment and related instructional materials, archives of television programs, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials as required.
• Monitors student activities for the purpose of maintaining a safe environment conducive to learning.
• Oversees the daily operation and schedule of the media center, under the supervision of the Principal, for the purpose of maintaining a comprehensive, coordinated and organized media center that supports and compliments the instructional process.
• Prepares various reports and documents (e.g. reports, instructions, memos, circulation reports, overdue books, fines, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Processes library books, curriculum materials, periodicals, software and related library media center materials (e.g. logging into master files; identifying receiving site, producing required reports, recovering delinquent materials, etc.) for the purpose of providing students and staff with required materials.
• Responds to verbal and written inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or referral to appropriate source.
• Other Functions – Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the…