Avondale School District is Hiring a Paraprofessional I or II (Library Assistant) 2023/24 School Year- Copper Trials Near Copper, OR
JobID: 829
Position Type: Classified Support Staff/Paraprofessional II - Student Specific Support
Date Posted: 4/3/2023
Location: Copper Trails School
Closing Date: Until Filled
I. General Description: To support students and staff in maintaining appropriate activities and environment in order that students may learn effectively. The paraprofessional may work in a general education classroom setting and/or in an exceptional student classroom setting. The Paraprofessional I or II may include the following roles:
Interventionist
Alternative Classroom Placement (ACP)
Library Assistant
Student/Cluster Specific
II. Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Successful completion para educator assessment, 60 college credits (100 level or higher), or an Associate's degree
Must possess a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance card
General clerical experience (preferred)
Must be able to push, pull, or lift weights of at least 30 pounds
Must be proficient in the use of the English language, both verbal and written
First Aid and CPR certification (can be obtained by the district)
III. Duties and Responsibilities for all Paraprofessionals:
Assists in executing the daily and long range lesson planning
Conducts learning exercises with individual children or small groups of children, in program related activities
Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with each other
Alerts the teacher to special needs of individual children
Provides escort and assistance to children as necessary
Assists with supervision of children in the classroom, playground, and/or cafeteria
Assists the teacher in maintaining neat work and study areas
Assists in the preparation and the collection of educational materials such as bulletin boards, charts, audio-visuals, seatwork, dittos, flash cards, etc.
Attends in-service activities designed to help with instruction
Prepares and administers reading, math and language assessment testing to students as necessary
Tutors students as may be necessary
Maintains files and records as directed
Performs other related duties as assigned
IV. Additional Duties and Responsibilities specific for Library Assistant:
Responsible for circulation and shelving of all libraray materials, including textbooks
Maintain the general neatness and attractiveness of the library and its displays
Assists in receiving and processing materials selected for purchase
Informs teachers and students of overdue books on a regular basis
Makes repairs on damaged books
Collaborates with site staff to identify materials for specific units or projects
Completes inventory of library materials
Maintains the overall operation of the library
Reports To: Classroom Teacher and/or Administration
Terms of Employment: 10 Months, 29.5 hours per week
Application Requirements: All applicants must complete an online application, which requires at least 3 supervisory references. Primary Location: Copper Trails Salary Range: $14.54 - $17.17 / Per Hour DOE Shift Type: Part-Time