Library Paraeducator

Fort Dodge Community School District•Fort Dodge, IA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Library Paraeducator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Fort Dodge Middle School Library Center, including circulation, shelving, and helping students and staff locate appropriate materials. The role supports library programming, student engagement, literacy, and the District Teacher Librarian in maintaining the library collection. It also serves as a point of contact for technology needs, including student technology and printers, and performs clerical duties as needed. This position is supervised by the Principal and is classified as a non-exempt paraeducator under a 190-day contract. Compensation is $15.07 per hour, with additional hourly amounts for 60 or more college credits and for Para Certification/Sub Authorization.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or G.E.D.

Responsibilities

  • Check books in and out of the Media Center.
  • Shelve books.
  • Monitor students and promote literacy in 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 and software.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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