Library Paraeducator

Fort Dodge Community School District; Fort Dodge (IA); In loco; USD 17.000 - 24.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Fort Dodge Middle School, part of the Fort Dodge Community School District in Fort Dodge, Iowa, is seeking a Library Paraeducator. The role involves daily library operations, circulation, shelving, and assisting students and staff with locating materials.

The position also supports technology needs and library programs. The contract is a 190-day term with a non-exempt status, offering a base rate of $15.07 per hour plus small increases for college credits or para certification.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. is required.

Mansioni

• Check books in and out of the Media Center.
• Shelve books.
• Monitor students and promote literacy in all interactions.
• Assist students and staff with locating appropriate materials in the Media Center.
• Process new materials for circulation, including labeling, covering, and preparing items for student use.
• Prepare overdue lists and notices.
• Facilitate interactive reading experiences, book talks, and possible read aloud sessions.
• Coordinate maintenance of technology equipment.
• Create attractive book displays.
• Facilitate learning with library programs & software.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Formazione

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Descrizione del lavoro

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Library Paraeducator

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Job Details

Job ID: 5965503
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 20, 2026 3:20 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Library Paraeducator

Supervisor: Principal
Contract Length: 190 day contract
Job Classification: Paraeducator
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Compensation:
$15.07/hr (+$0.40 extra for 60+ college credit and$0.30 for Para Certification/Sub Authorization)

In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.

Job Summary:
Responsible for day to day operations of the Library Center, including circulation, shelving, & assisting students and staff with locating appropriate materials. Assists with library programming and student engagement activities. Serves as a point of contact for technology needs, including student technology & printers. Performs clericial duties as needed. Supports the District Teacher Librarian in mantaining the library collection.

Position Responsibilities

• Check books in and out of the Media Center.
• Shelve books.
• Monitor students & promote literacy in all interactions.
• Assist students and staff with locating appropriate materials in the Media Center.
• Process new materials for circulation, including labeling, covering, and preparing items for student use.
• Prepare overdue lists and notices.
• Facilitate interactive reading experiences, book talks, and possible read aloud sessions.
• Coordinate maintenance of technology equipment.
• Create attractive book displays.
• Facilitate learning with library programs & software.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Amount of Time Physical Activity Occasionally
(1%-32%) Frequently
(33%-65%) Constantly
(66%-100%) Mobility - - X Bend - X - Talk - - X Hear - - X Operate Computer - X - Stationary Position X - - Balance - - X Lift up to 10 pounds - X - Lift up to 50 pounds X - - Manual Dexterity Tasks - X - Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X - - Sitting - X - Carrying (25 feet) X - -

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Amount of Time Working Conditions Occasionally
(1%-32%) Frequently
(33%-65%) Constantly
(66%-100%) District Office Hours - - X Indoors - - X Weekends/Off Schedule X - - Temperature Extremes X - -

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The Fort Dodge Community School District is an EEO/AA employer. The District does not discriminate in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or related condition, or disability. In keeping with the law, the Board considers the veteran status of applicants.Questions or complaints about equal employment opportunity or affirmative action may be directed to the Reformary Action and EEO Compliance Officer, Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, Fort Dodge Community School District, 800 N 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, 515-574-5731, [e-mail]. The full Nondiscrimination Notice is available at https://www.fdschools.org/page/annual-non-discrimination-statement/ .

Rev. 10/2026

Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist

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Contact Information

• Kimberly Whitmore , Director of HR
• 109 N 25th Street
• Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]