Curriculum Materials Support Paraprofessional (Science Center)

Location:

EAC (Education and Administration Center)

Recruiting Start Date

04/29/2025

Estimated Start Date

08/01/2025

Coordinate, distribute, supply and re-supply inventory for Elementary Science Kits and district science resources throughout the district as well as out-of-district contracted services. Performs the activities of preparing, transferring, transcribing, systematizing, or preserving communications, records, and transactions.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Attends meetings and conferences as required
• Develops and implements office procedures and methods to ensure the efficiency of operations
• Develops and maintains the Science Center collection, including preparation and administration of the Science Center budget; reviewing, selection, and requisitioning of new science materials; maintenance of comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all science materials; weeding of obsolete and worn materials from the collection
• Evaluates equipment and makes recommendations of purchases
• Interprets and explains district rules, regulations, and procedures to the school science staff
• Maintains inventory of supplies; orders and stocks materials and supplies in an effective manner
• Maintains Science Center shelves, and keeps work areas organized
• Maintains records necessary for effective operation of program, including annual inventory of all materials and equipment
• Maintains up-to-date records and inventory files of all science equipment
• Maintains various databases, reports and office filing systems
• Performs a variety of bookkeeping procedures within the department and tracks various district accounts and contracts; reconciles accounts and records; maintains/prepares budget records and summaries
• Performs duties with the departmental budget; tracks general fund budget for the director
• Plans and implements new systems or major upgrades of existing systems
• Prepares and processes reports which require research, computation, and compilation
• Contacts school staff regarding overdue materials/kits
• Processes purchase orders and requisitions as required, tracks orders as received, and maintains records of program purchases
• Maintains payroll or other records for guest staff and volunteers
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and to learn functionality of new equipment and systems
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in various software systems
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to greet and interact with the school and district staff in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Ability to perform routine bookkeeping and clerical accounting tasks effectively and efficiently
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
• Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings
• Computer proficiency including office productivity applications
• Considerable knowledge of applicable policies, procedures, and overall district functions
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
• Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented
• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of office methods and procedures including appropriate telephone etiquette
• Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
• Student-centered and relationship-focused
• Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required
  
  

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

• The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
• The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
• The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.
• The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.
• Work is generally performed within an inside or protected environment.
• The incumbent may experience exposure to odors, dust, poor ventilation, and other hazards associated with the working environment.
  
  

Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions

• Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
• Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
• Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils
• Lifts or carries burdens weighing up to 20 pounds; may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need
• Climbs stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reaches, holds, grasps and turns objects; feels the shape, size and temperature of objects
  
  

Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation Range:

$19.96-20.96

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Hours Per Day

8.0 hour(s) per day

Number Of Days Per Year

200 Days M-F

Benefits Eligibility

Full-time - Regular

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).

FLSA Status

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

How To Apply

New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:

• A current resume
  
  

Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting

Hiring Manager Email

shane.knight@asd20.org