Aspen Middle School Library Paraprofessional

Aspen School District•Aspen, CO

39d•$24 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Library Paraprofessional works in the school library to support students and staff with informational resources. This position requires the ability to support educational programming as well as advanced communication and collaboration skills.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Current CPR/First Aid certificate (may be obtained through the school after hiring)
Crisis intervention training annually
Knowledge of professional communication norms and standards (written and oral)
Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record-keeping
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or the Google Suite of office software
Working knowledge of general office and library equipment, including, but not limited to, computers (including software and databases), printers, copiers, telephones and media
Ability to demonstrate responsibility and consistency of attendance required for work with students
Ability to work with efficiency with attention to detail
Ability to demonstrate flexibility for the environment that may require a change of schedule and/or student activities
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Ability to work cooperatively with administrators and staff
Ability to observe all district policies and procedures
Ability to observe all general safety rules, carefully observing correct lifting procedures
Ability to supervise students
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English both orally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree
Spanish bilingual

Responsibilities

Collaborates and consults with the librarian, classroom teachers to plan, organize, and implement specific activities/programs.
Follows daily schedule and school procedures, as well as implements student programming, as directed by the librarian and administrators.
Supports digital citizenship /media literacy skills to help students utilize information technology in order to responsibly engage in their global community
Inspires and supports the reading lives of both students and teachers
Encourages and facilitates students to become increasingly self-directed as they create digital products of their learning that engage them in critical thinking, collaboration, and authentic real-world problem-solving
Monitors student behavior in the library, intervening when appropriate and supporting the students.
Maintains accurate records for check out of books and other library resources.
Assists with the management and distribution of the school's Chromebook inventory
Supports the duties of volunteers in the library, including the Book Fair
Shares with the learning community collaboratively developed and up-to-date policies concerning materials selection, circulation, reconsideration of materials, copyright, privacy, and acceptable use
Participates in professional development/continuing education programs as required/recommended by the school administrator
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested