Position Type:
Support Staff/Library Media Assistant
Date Posted:
3/4/2024
Location:
St. Petronille Catholic School
Date Available:
08/12/2024
Closing Date:
Open until filled.
Diocese of Joliet-in-Illinois Catholic Elementary Schools
2024-2025 Librarian - Part-time

St. Petronille Catholic School; Glen Ellyn, IL
Position available: August, 2024

Ministerial Expectations and Purposes
It is understood and expected that the work of the Catholic Church, its agencies and institutions, has characteristics that differentiate it from the work of other secular and non-Catholic agencies and institutions as a specifically religious institution performing a religious function and mission. Teachers working in a Catholic School agree to work diligently to support and strengthen the Catholic Church and its value system. By word and example teachers support all the official religious teachings of the Catholic Church throughout their personal and professional lives. Teachers agree to play a substantial role in conveying the Catholic Church's message and carrying out its mission. The ministry of teachers embraces the following purposes:

• To teach and witness to the tenets of the Catholic faith
• To integrate learning with faith
• To instill a sense of Christ's mission, charity, and service to others
• To draw the school community into worship
• To pass on the Catholic Christian faith to each student
• To build, support and maintain Catholic identity throughout the school

Teachers in a Catholic School accept their roles as ministers in a faith community. Their teaching ministry extends to the formation of the whole person. Teachers are expected to act and speak in public in a way that supports the Roman Catholic Church and its teachings including our belief:

• in the life and dignity of every human person, regardless of age, status, or condition.
• in the centrality of the family for a good society and in Christian marriage defined as the lifelong union of one man and one woman open to participating in the power of God's procreative love.
• in the call to witness and proclaim the Catholic faith and its social and moral teachings in public dialogue, and
• in working to assure that we continue to have and enjoy the rights of religious freedom in our country.

Essential Functions
Under the direct supervision of a licensed staff member, the Librarian will collaborate with licensed professional staff to enrich lessons using available text and media supports, and will:
-serve as a positive role model of the Catholic faith is his / her words, deeds, demeanor, dress, and actions both within and outside the classroom.
-assist and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, religion, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
-assist teachers in integrating religious studies concepts throughout the curriculum.
-work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and to implement assigned programs.
-assist in classroom preparations and in developing strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
-follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
-collaborate with teachers to plan and deliver technology-rich lessons.
-perform expected duties of a school librarian, including, but not limited to: designing procedures for material checkout, teaching of basic research procedures, reading to student groups, reinforcing a love for literature and reading.
-consult with staff and students regarding media resources applicable to assigned student projects or activities.
-reinforce the love of reading and literature to all with whom he or she interacts.
-understand and adheres to tenets and teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
-maintain a lifestyle that is in full accord with Church teachings, both within and outside of the school environment.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and/or Catholic Schools Office administrators as designated by the Superintendent of Catholic Schools.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as SMARTboards, document cameras, personal computers, printers, copiers, telephones, and fax machines.

Travel Requirements
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to consistently report to work on days and at times established by the school Principal.
• Ability to enhance lessons using available technology.
• Ability to communicate with all constituents including (but not limited to); school administration, pastors, parish priests, colleagues, students, parents, and prospective parents.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
-Work in standard office and school building environments.
-Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
-While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
-The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
-Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods of time.
-Ability to walk up and down multiple flights of stairs on a regular basis.
-Physically able to perform the duties as assigned including the ability to lift up to 20-30 pounds if needed.

Qualifications Profile
Certification/Licensure
A current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) is preferred. A Library Information Specialist endorsement is a plus.

Education
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Experience
-Previous successful library experience is helpful.
-Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential to success.
-Hourly compensation will be in accordance with licensure and experience as per Diocesan Paraprofessional Guidelines.

Work Schedule
-This is a part-time, unbenefited position. The Librarian will work as per a schedule developed by the Principal. Work hours will not exceed 29 hours per week.

To Apply for this Position
Complete an online Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools Office Frontline Applicant Tracking application. This may be accessed at the following link:
https://www.applitrack.com/dioceseofjoliet/onlineapp/

Applications will be evaluated as these are received. Incomplete or hard-copy applications will not be considered.