General (Library Media) Education Support Professional (ESP) - #111228

ReNEW Schools; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Rochester, MN is seeking a Library Aide/Paraeducator for a 4-hour morning shift (8:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.) during the 180-day school calendar.

You will create a welcoming Library Media Center atmosphere, help students locate materials via the catalog, manage circulation tasks, shelve items, and supervise students under staff guidance. Ideal candidates hold 60 college credits or an associate degree (transcripts required) or qualify via the Paraeducator Assessments (Minnesota

Qualifications

• 60 college semester credits and/or a two-year degree; official transcript required.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Paraeducator Assessments available; passing scores Minnesota: 65% and 70%.
• Test is available to applicants after an official job offer.
• Experience with elementary age students.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Flexibility and ability to work as a cooperative team member.
• Regular, on-time attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, service oriented atmosphere in the Library Media Center.
• Assist students and staff in locating library materials through the automated catalog.
• Coordinate circulation desk tasks including checking in/out books and other library materials and equipment, processing interlibrary loans, notifying patrons of overdue materials and shelving materials.
• Supervise students using the Library Media Center, especially those unaccompanied by building staff.
• Assist Library Media Specialist with processing new materials and repair of damaged ones.
• Give direction to library volunteers under the supervision of the Library Media Specialist.
• Assist with annual inventory of library materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Positive rapport with children

Punctuality

Education

60 college credits / associate degree

High School diploma or GED

Job description

WORK SCHEDULE: 4 hours per day; 8:15 a.m - 12:15 p.m.

WORK CALENDAR: 180 duty days per year.

Job Summary:

• Create a welcoming, service oriented atmosphere in the Library Media Center
• Assist students and staff in locating library materials through the use of the automated catalog
• Coordinate circulation desk tasks including checking in and out books and other library materials and equipment, processing interlibrary loans, notifying patrons of overdue materials and shelving books and other library materials
• Supervise students using the Library Media Center, especially those unaccompanied by building staff
• Assisting Library Media Specialist with processing of new materials and repair of damaged ones
• Give direction to library volunteers under the supervision of the Library Media Specialist
• Assist with annual inventory of library materials
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Minimum requirement: 60 college semester credits and/or a two-year degree from an accredited college or university. Please include official transcript(s) with application.
• In lieu of college credits or degree, one can complete the Paraeducator Assessments. The passing scores in Minnesota are 65% and 70%.
• For more information about the Paraeducator, visit https://www.masterteacher.com/.
• The test is available to applicants who are presented an official job offer from the Rochester Public School District.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with elementary age students.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Flexibility and the ability to work as a cooperative team member.
• Positive rapport with children including the ability to correct inappropriate student behavior with fairness and consistency.
• Regular, on-time attendance is required.

Required Dispositions

• Believes that all students can attain high levels of learning.
• Takes responsibility for the learning of our students and his/her own performance.
• Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all students.
• Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team.
• Won't shy away from today's educational challenges.
• Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
• Has a proven track record of success.
• Works with great integrity.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.