PARAPROFESSIONAL, LIBRARY

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

8h•$22 - $26

About The Position

Supports library staff by performing general library tasks and providing routine assistance. Responsible for collection development and participation in budgeting activities. Note: Here is a link to the Paraprofessional Qualifications Guide

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED preferred, plus one of the following: Proof of passing the TABE D Adult Education Test for Reading and Math; minimum SAT scores (within the last 5 years) of 500 in Math and 470 in Reading; or transcript(s) verifying at least 48 semester hours of undergraduate coursework from an accredited college or university
Effective communication skills, including ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing
Strong attention to detail
Effectively handles multiple demands and competing deadlines
The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance
Works collaboratively with others on a team
Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment
Effective time management and organizational skills
Proficiency in Mac and PC systems and software
Knowledge of Library Sciences.
Ability to coordinate and work effectively with site staff and diverse student population.
Ability to plan and organize work, at times with interruptions.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) or more years of library related experience preferred
Previous budgeting and related reporting experience preferred

Responsibilities

Codes, classifies, catalogues, receives, checks out, and shelves library materials
Converts written material to computerized library system
Monitors circulation of library materials and delivers and retrieves library materials
Performs library material inventory, and reconciles discrepancies
Explains basic use of library facilities, resources, equipment, and services and provides library resource location, data search, and service assistance to students and teacher
Assists individuals and small student groups locate library resources and materials
Monitors students at assigned site and reinforces positive student behaviors, enforcing administration policies and rules governing students
Discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and library staff
Coordinates the classification, indexing, shelving and circulation of books, periodicals, audio-visual and multi-media information