Paraeducator, Library Media Candidate Pool

Howard County Public School System; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Annual pension contribution of 7%

Job summary

The Howard County Public School System is seeking a Library Media Paraeducator based in Santa Rosa, California. This role involves supporting library operations, assisting students and staff, and maintaining library resources.

The ideal candidate should possess a High School Diploma/GED and have experience in a K-12 setting. This position confirms the commitment to educational support, fosters a collaborative environment, and provides crucial resources for students and educators alike.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent.
• Experience working with students in a K-12 setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists library media specialist with instruction.
• Supports library media program mission.
• Organizes tasks with accuracy.
• Assists students and staff with technology.
• Prepares library materials for circulation.

Skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of technology

Clerical work skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Library media automation systems

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Under the general supervision of the principal or assistant principal and direct supervision from a Media Specialist, the Library Media Paraeducator provides support for every aspect of library media center operations. The Library Media Paraeducator supports instruction, circulation of library materials, research, audio/visual components equipment, and clerical work. Performance is evaluated annually.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent (must scan and upload diploma or official transcript to online application). Education completed outside the United States must be evaluated by an MSDE approved organization. For a list of approved vendors, please click here. Additional Requirements for Title I Schoolwide Program Schools: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent and a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment, or 48 college credits or more from an accredited college or university.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate for this role will also possess a combination of the additional qualifications below. If you don’t meet every one of the preferred qualifications, we still encourage you to apply, as we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

• Experience working with students in a K-12 setting.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the library media specialist with instruction.
• Supports the mission of the library media program.
• Organizes and performs assigned tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assists students and staff with the use of computers, devices, other equipment, software, and applications.
• Assists students and teachers in finding print, digital resources and other materials.
• Understands and applies basic library organization systems such as Dewey Decimal, subject headings and keywords.
• Prepares, processes, receives orders and unpacks library media materials.
• Prepares library materials for circulation.
• Check in and out all library media materials using the library media automation system.
• Responsible for shelving and organizing library media materials efficiently and accurately.
• Maintains records, inventories and prepares overdue notices for media materials.
• Prepares correspondence and reports, such as bibliographies, reading lists, and announcements.
• Schedules equipment for use in the library media center and throughout the school.
• Prepares and maintains an updated list of equipment that is distributed daily.
• Assists with the maintenance of materials and equipment.
• Troubleshoots technology equipment and computer issues.
• Submits purchase orders for library media materials using the electronic purchasing system.
• Trains library media volunteers and student assistants.
• Assists with the use of the video distribution system.
• Prepares bulletin boards, exhibits and other displays to create a library space that is a welcoming and positive learning facility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work as part of a team with flexibility, independently and cooperatively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when discussing students’ progress and concerns with staff.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and oral form.
• Ability to reinforce lesson plans to support the educational program for student(s).
• Ability to follow directions from the teacher, which may include reinforcing instruction presented by the teacher.
• Ability to provide personal attention to students on an individual basis.
• Ability to work with small groups of students and assist with instruction.
• Ability to discuss problems affecting students’ progress and with the teacher and, if so directed with other professional staff.
• Ability to carry out assignments to completion.
• Possess knowledge of technology and HCPSS required computers systems and devices.
• Ability to demonstrate strong human relations skills.
• Ability to have strong, positive communication and interaction skills when dealing with co-workers, students, administrators, families and/or the community.
• Ability to file alpha-numerically.
• Ability to perform clerical work.
• Ability to attend professional development sessions during the scheduled workday.

COMPENSATION

This is a 10-month per year position in the Howard County Education Association, Educational Support Professionals (HCEA-ESP) employee unit. This position is salary Grade VI on the Secretaries and Assistants salary scale. Paraeducators working in TitleI Program Schools will receive an additional $0.50 per hour. General Education Paraeducators will receive an additional $0.30 per hour. Step placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA‑ESP Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience.

BENEFITS

HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary. All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6‑113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing.

EEO STATEMENT

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is an equal opportunity employer.