Paraprofessional III, Learning Commons - Harpswell Community School

Paraprofercial III, Learning Commons - Harpswell Community School

MSAD 75 is seeking a Paraprofessional III, Learning Commons to join our vibrant educational community.

POSITION: 31 Hours/Week, School Year

HOURLY PAY RATE: $26.25 – $27.04 (DOE)

Provide support to students, staff, and administration in the use of media and technology equipment, including computers, tablets, internet/networked technologies, audio/visual materials, print, database, and other electronic resources.

• Provide short‑term instruction and/or supervision to individual students, small groups, and entire classes within a school setting.
• Collaborate with students, staff, administrators, parents, and community members to support their use of media and technology equipment in traditional and innovative ways.
• Supervise and efficiently schedule the use of the Learning Commons; develop and maintain an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative climate within the Learning Commons.
• Keep current with children and young adult literature, fiction/nonfiction, digital/print.
• Access, maintain, store, manage, and disseminate media and technology equipment; effectively use district‑adopted software systems and tools to support these processes.
• Provide support for staff and students in accordance with the district’s technology plan, district curricula, state, and national standards (e.g., NETS‑A, NETS‑T) relating to technology and library concepts and skills.
• Advocate for, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of information and technology, including copyright, intellectual property, and appropriate citation methods in academic work.
• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials for technology and digital citizenship instruction.
• Manage effective methods of record keeping for inventory and compliance purposes.
• Provide end‑user technology training and support for students, staff, and administration for hardware and software applications.
• Perform Tier 1 hardware and software troubleshooting for students, staff, and administration.
• Assist in the maintenance and upgrading of district software and hardware.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Valid State of Maine Department of Education Educational Technician III Certification
• Valid State of Maine Department of Education background check (CHRC) authorization
• Knowledge of technology, library sciences, and digital citizenship
• Working knowledge of computers and familiarity with iPads, Chromebooks, Windows, and Macintosh operating systems
• Ability to learn new tasks, skills, and uses for media and computing as they emerge
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills with the ability to work with students, staff, parents, and community members
• Demonstrated ability to appropriately manage student behavior
• Demonstrated written and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize a variety of tasks with flexibility and positivity
• Successful experience as a Paraprofessional (preferably in a library or computer lab) or professional equivalent
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position

• Stand/walk: 6–7 hours
• Sit: 3–5 hours
• Lifting/carrying: 3–5 hours, up to 50 pounds
• Pushing/pulling/sliding: 1–2 hours
• Climbing up & down stairs: 1–2 hours
• Reaching overhead: 1–2 hours
• Bending/twisting: 3–5 hours
• Kneeling/crouching/crawling: 1–2 hours
• Hands/arms/finger dexterity/hands gripping: 6–7 hours

• Professional Growth: Employees grow professionally, build strong relationships, and help shape the future of the community.
• Supportive Environment: The district strives to build an environment diverse in perspectives, talents, backgrounds, and experiences.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Flexible Benefits Plan, medical and dental coverage, flexible spending account (FSA), 403(b) & 457(b) plans, MainePERS, employee assistance program (EAP), professional development reimbursement, paid time off, and more.
• State‑of‑the‑Art Facilities: The Orion Performing Arts Center offers first‑rate live performances and enriching experiences for staff and students.

MSAD 75 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, ancestry, or disability in its employment or in the administration of its educational policies and programs.