Job: Media Center Assistant

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Hourly

Wage: $17.64-$26.12/hr.

Location: Florence, CO.

Job Description:

Media Center Assistant / Ratio Paraprofessional

Fremont Elementary School

Position Summary: The Media Center Assistant / Ratio Paraprofessional supports the daily operation of the school media center while providing supervision and instructional assistance to students. This position assists with library management, supports student learning through small group instruction, and contributes to a positive and organized learning environment. The position works collaboratively with teachers, staff, and administration to support the academic and social needs of students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to effectively supervise students in a school setting
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to understand and respond appropriately to student needs
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and build positive relationships with teachers and support staff
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn district software systems
• Previous experience working in an elementary school setting preferred
• Successful completion of all required criminal background checks and fingerprinting

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Media Center & Library Support

• Assist in the daily operation and organization of the school media center
• Utilize the Follett Library Management System for cataloging, check-in/check-out, and tracking library materials
• Assist with coding, shelving, stocking, and organizing books and instructional materials
• Support the ordering, processing, and management of library materials
• Assist with planning and organizing school-wide book fairs
• Maintain accountability for library books, media materials, and equipment
• Support students and staff with locating and utilizing library resources

Student Supervision & Instructional Support

• Provide direct supervision of students in the media center and other assigned areas
• Assist teachers with small group instruction in reading and/or math
• Provide instructional and academic support to students as directed by classroom teachers
• Support students in general education, special education, and independent learning environments
• Assist in maintaining a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment for all students

Collaboration & School Climate

• Work cooperatively with teachers, administrators, and support staff
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and school matters
• Contribute to a positive school climate and culture that supports student learning and well-being

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move books and library materials
• Ability to move media carts and assist with classroom materials as needed

Salary & Benefits

• Salary according to the Classified Salary Schedule
• 7.5 hours per day / 150 days per year / 4-day school week
• Leave benefits in accordance with the Classified Employee Handbook
• Participation in Colorado PERA Retirement System
• District contribution toward benefit package valued at $6,336 annually, including:
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

    
    Fremont RE-2 School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion or need for special education services, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities.  Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Dr. William Wilson, Superintendent, and EEO/Affirmative Action/Title IX/Section 504 Compliance Officer for complaints involving employees, and Jason Cellan, Title IX Compliance Officer for complaints involving students.  Both individuals can be located at 403 W. 5th Street, Florence, Colorado, 81226. (719) 784-6312.  Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R, AC-E-1, AC-E-2
    

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.