Paraprofessional - Library Media Technician- Sheridan Junior High School

Sheridan County School District #2 • Sheridan, WY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Sheridan Junior High School is seeking a positive, professional, and motivated Library Media/Technology Paraprofessional to support the Library Media Center, instructional technology, and teachers, and to supervise students as assigned. The position works 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, during the school year, for 185 days per year. Employment with the District is at will and of indefinite duration. The role is non-exempt and classified. Starting pay is $18.27–$22.27 per hour, depending on education and experience. Eligible benefits include 10 paid sick days and 2 paid personal days, with additional days based on years of service; time off follows the school calendar, including Christmas break, spring break, and summer; medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans; and contributions to the Wyoming Retirement Employee Pension Plan.

The paraprofessional assists the Library Media Specialist with circulation, reader guidance, reference work, processing and organizing materials, and supporting student and staff use of library and technology services. The role also supports teachers with classroom materials and technology, maintains computers and other instructional equipment, and supervises students in assigned spaces. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the Library Media Specialist or Building Principal.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Typing, word processing, and computer skills.
• Office machine skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students and staff.
• For Title I paraprofessional positions only: meet the highly qualified requirement through an associate degree or passing the ParaPro exam.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Library Media Specialist with circulation, reader guidance, and reference duties for students and faculty.
• Process print and non-print materials according to procedures established by the Library Media Specialist.
• Assist with library organization and materials management, including shelving books, setup and teardown, and basic cleaning.
• Support and interact positively with students regarding library and media/technology services, including books, computer labs, and instructional technology.
• Support teachers and staff in using the library media center, computer labs, and mobile media services, including classroom support.
• Maintain and operate computers and instructional technology, including computer labs, mobile labs, lunch terminals, library software, and digital devices.
• Help organize the library media center and reproduce teacher materials before school opens.
• Assist with year-end inventory and tabulation of patron fines and fees.
• Create and reproduce classroom materials efficiently and accurately; maintain and operate office equipment such as photocopiers, network devices, printers, and laminators.
• Supervise students according to school procedures and expectations in the library media center and other assigned spaces, including before and after school and during lunch.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Library Media Specialist and/or Building Principal(s).

Benefits

• 10 paid sick leave days and 2 paid personal days, with more based on years of service.
• Time off follows the school calendar, including Christmas break, spring break, and summer.
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans.
• Contribution to the Wyoming Retirement Employee Pension Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED