(.5) Media & (.5) Instructional Paraprofessional

Grand Rapids Public Schools•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for maintaining the library and textbook collection in your building; identifying age-appropriate resources for scholars and teachers utilizing all library resources; selecting appropriate items in support of classroom instruction; and performing functions related to collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, and inventory of library materials and/or textbooks. This position may be requested to work flexible hours set by the building principal to ensure service and support to scholars and staff.

Requirements

Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (60 Credits); OR obtained an associate's or higher degree, OR achieved a passing score on an MDE approved ETS paraprofessional assessment
Passing of district library assessment test
Experience working with middle and/or high school age scholars
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Consistently reliable attendance and punctuality
Exceptional organizational abilities
Ability to interact and work collaboratively with staff, scholars and parents in a tactful and courteous manner
Capable of maintaining the confidentiality of student information
Ability to participate as a member of the team
Basic computer knowledge and proficiency

Nice To Haves

Working experience with LibraryWorld computer automation program

Responsibilities

Process library books, textbooks and related materials (barcoding, shelving, producing required reports, etc.) for providing scholars and staff with required materials
Assist teachers, scholars and administrators for identifying resource materials for use in the classroom and/or class assignments
Assist teachers, scholars and administrators for accessing the online databases for research and the Overdrive eBook library
Performs circulation activities (e.g. item check-in and check-out, prepare circulation reports, run overdue letters, etc.) for library accountability of all items
Perform media center housekeeping tasks; shelving books in proper location according to the set standard in Grand Rapids Public Schools, keeping materials in order
Repair books, periodicals, textbooks, and related materials for ensuring the availability of library reference and circulation materials
Prepare special displays, make attractive library informational bulletin boards and keep the media center a clean and inviting space for staff and scholars
Assist teachers, parents, and scholars in locating resource materials
Promote media center to staff and scholars by communicating about new books, book clubs, scheduled book talks, etc.
Respond to inquiries of scholars and staff (e.g. availability of books, finding appropriate reference documents, status of overdue fines, etc.) for providing information and/or direction as required
Evaluates books, textbooks, and equipment for retention with collection (e.g. repairing damaged books, recommending retirement of books and textbooks) for ensuring their availability
Maintains materials inventory (e.g. library books, textbooks, equipment and related instructional materials, etc.) for providing an up-to-date account and ensuring availability
Evaluates electronic equipment and works with the GRPS Helpdesk to ensure repairs in a timely manner for keeping laptops, iPads, and digital readers, etc. in good operating condition
Engages in all offered library training for applying what is learned back into your library
Processes notice of missing, damage, or overdue library books, textbooks and any other materials for providing and/or maintaining access to resources and securing reimbursement for losses
Work closely with staff and scholars for suggested curriculum aligned titles for the library or digital content
Run library analysis to evaluate library books in the collection for gaps in genre for creating quality book orders
Become knowledgeable of special needs scholars
Interact with co-workers, administration, scholars, parents and community members in a positive, supportive, and cooperative way
Other duties as assigned