Educational Paraprofessional Position

Job Description:

Notice of Anticipated Vacancy

POSITION:
Library Para-Educator

Hurlbutt Elementary School

QUALIFICATIONS

* Service oriented with strong interpersonal skills

* Capable of establishing positive and productive working relationships with teachers and students

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Library Para-Educator provides support to the Library Media Specialist in the selection, cataloguing, inventorying, shelving, and deselection of books as well as the supervision of the Library Learning Commons instructional program; assists students in the selection of appropriate books and resources; supervises day-to-day library operations including circulation of all resources, print, non-print and equipment; assists students and teachers with Makerspace and technology projects;

assists with all aspects of device management including circulation, simple troubleshooting, user support for the ready-access digital learning program; and supervises the Library Learning Commons space as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

* High school diploma; and two years of college level courses in library science or computer science; and/or two years of work experience in a library setting and/or providing technical support; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Prior successful experience working in a school or library setting strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The position requires the ability to lift and carry light equipment (25-50 lbs.) such as computers, portable sound systems, book carts etc. as well as pushing carts, stocking and organizing books and moving furniture to accommodate flexible seating.

TERMS:

10-month position with salary and benefits in accordance with the contract between the Weston Board of Education and Local  of Council 4 AFSCME

POSITION AVAILABILITY:  School Year

APPLICATION:
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Weston Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Weston Board of Education ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, or disability. The Weston Board of Education has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers, administrators, and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.