Paraprofessional, Library Aide; Rate

Starting Date: Immediately

POSITION TITLE:
Paraprofessional - Library - Work August-May when students are in session.

QUALIFICATIONS

An Associate's degree, OR completion of 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours at an institution of higher learning, OR demonstrated proficiency in the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and mathematics via state or locally approved competency test

• Regular, punctual attendance is essential
• Ability to shelve items in both Dewey and alphabetical order with a high degree of accuracy based on knowledge of the organization of a library
• Knowledge of the organization and use of digital resources (i.e., online catalog/circulation and research databases) and the ability to assist staff and students in their use
• Previous experience in a school or public library helpful
• Ability to perform tasks without direct supervision
• Above average prior work record is necessary
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software and network issues.
• Ability to interact with students and staff in a courteous, professional manner

OTHER INFORMATION

Location:

Morton Middle School

Report to:
Building Principal

Salary

Schedule:

$19.10 per hour

Hours to Work: 8.00 hours per day

Position Type:
Full-Time

Salary: $19.10 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

Student Services >
Librarian/Media Specialist

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages the distribution of resources through the online circulation system, prints barcodes, generates overdue and lost item notices and returns items to their proper locations
• Prepares bibliographies and reports using the a variety of digital and print resources
• Removes materials for school librarian review according to establish protocols
• Downloads or duplicates media as requested within copyright guidelines
• Reconcile purchase orders and invoices to ensure delivery of all new materials
• Check new materials in through the library circulation system to ensure that catalog records, spine labels, and barcodes of items match
• Jacket, barcode, stamp and add items to records in the circulation system as needed
• Assist with marketing of the school library through development of engaging displays, shelf face-outs, brochures, flyers and announcements
• Assist students and staff in locating information in both print and digital resources
• Assist students in use of digital tools such as citation generators, word processing, and spreadsheets