Paraprofessional I - Library Aide

Blackwood Elementary School; Gloucester Township (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Gloucester Township School District Blackwood Elementary School in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, is seeking a Paraprofessional I to support students, assist with library operations, and work closely with the school nurse and office staff.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and strong English communication abilities to interact with staff, students, and families. This full-time role runs on a 10-month contract with benefits under the GTSPA contract.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and speak English and perform simple math.
• Knowledge of basic office skills and record keeping.
• Good communication and human relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily attendance of students and record in Real Time.
• Assist school nurse with health checks and record data in Real Time.
• Assist with daily care of students (i.e. taking temperatures, applying bandaids, applying ice-packs, etc.).
• Collect/file employee emergency cards.
• Maintain first aid kits for sport groups.
• Process student/staff accident reports.
• General office duties (i.e. duplicating, sorting, distributing, filing).
• Assist main office staff with filing, copying, answering phones and other clerical duties.
• Scan, sort and shelve returned books and other periodicals.
• Operate the circulation desk, maintain circulation files and handle overdue library loans.
• Monitor barcodes/spine labels on books. Notify librarian when new barcodes or spine labels are needed.
• Monitor labels on shelves. Notify librarian when new labels are necessary or shelves need to be rearranged for additional space.
• Assist with playground supervision, bus loading and unloading, monitor the lunchroom, or other duties assigned by the principal.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Office skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Gloucester Township School District Blackwood Elementary School - Gloucester Township, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

Paraprofessional I - Library Aide

Gloucester Township School District Blackwood Elementary School - Gloucester Township, New Jersey Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Gloucester Township School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5956308
Application Deadline: Oct 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PARAPROFESSIONAL I

(Attendance Aide, Nurse Aide, Library Aide)

• Successful completion of criminal history background check.
• Proof of US citizenship.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and speak English and perform simple math.
• Must be physically able to efficiently perform the duties of the position. Any physical disability which would cause the candidate to be a hazard to themselves or to others is considered disqualifying.
• Ability to hear conversational voice, with or without hearing aid.
• Good vision, with or without glasses.
• Ability to follow written or oral directions.
• Knowledge of basic office skills, including proficiency in computer programs and record keeping.
• Must possess strong communication and human relations skills.

REPORTS TO: Principal

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage daily attendance of students and record in Real Time.
• Assist school nurse with health checks and record data in Real Time.
• Assist with daily care of students (i.e. taking temperatures, applying bandaids, applying ice-packs, etc.).
• Collect/file employee emergency cards.
• Maintain first aid kits for sport groups.
• Process student/staff accident reports.
• General office duties (i.e. duplicating, sorting, distributing, filing).
• Assist main office staff with filing, copying, answering phones and other clerical duties.
• Scan, sort and shelve returned books and other periodicals.
• Operate the circulation desk, maintain circulation files and handle overdue library loans.
• Monitor barcodes/spine labels on books. Notify librarian when new barcodes or spine labels are needed.
• Monitor labels on shelves. Notify librarian when new labels are necessary or shelves need to be rearranged for additional space.
• Assist with playground supervision, bus loading and unloading, monitor the lunchroom, or other duties assigned by the principal.

COMPENSATION:

As per GTSPA Contract

( $19,741 - $26,502 per year. Final compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.)

BENEFITS:

Full Time Staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Benefits. Sick, Personal and Bereavement Days are included.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

10 Months

VACATION:

There is no vacation time allotted to this position.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated semi-annual in accordance with the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time