.5 Library Media Center Paraprofessional/.5 Building Paraprofessional

• Position Type:
  Paraprofessionals/Library Media Paraprofessional
  
• Date Posted:
  10/28/2026
  
• Location:
  Indian Prairie Elementary School
  
• Date Available:
  01/04/2027
  
• Closing Date:
  Until filled

Title: .5 Library Media Center Paraprofessional/.5 Building Paraprofessional

Crystal Lake School District 47 currently has an opening for a .5 Library Media Center (LMC) Paraprofessional/.5 Building Paraprofessional This position provides instructional and other support services in various classroom settings to students under the supervision of a teacher or other professional staff member. This position will require the paraprofessional to support academic, behavioral, language and/or physical needs. This position may include assisting/monitoring student(s) with toileting and other physical needs - this includes providing physical assistance to a student during the act of toileting while in the toileting location (see toileting definition below)

LMC PARAPROFESSIONAL

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with teachers and students to develop knowledge needed to use library materials and organization
• Manage the circulation and storage of library media center materials
• Supervise students under the direction of the library media specialist
• Enter and update catalog and patron information into the LMC database
• Process, repair, and maintain books and periodicals
• Provide assistance in the instruction of information literacy and the use of appropriate technologies
• Assist in the use of library media center's hardware, software, and related technologies, including the circulation and cataloging programs (i.e. maintaining IPad carts, and resetting student passwords, etc.)
• Prepare correspondence, reports, bibliographies, and requisitions requested by the school library media specialist
• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials, exhibits, and displays
• Assist with annual inventories and the withdrawal of materials
• Train and coordinate volunteers as needed
• Enter technology service requests
• Participate in work-related support training and activities
• Help maintain an attractive and inviting library media center environment
• Promote a positive relationship with students, staff, and the community
• Report to the library media specialist
• Communicate (verbal or written) with parents as directed by teacher, administration and related service staff
• Attend ongoing training as needed
• Assist in implementation of test accommodations/modifications during test administration
• Assist student(s) to complete lesion activities, assignments and assessments
• Assist/monitor student(s) with toileting and other physical needs - this includes providing physical assistance to a student during the act of toileting while in the toileting location (see toileting definition below)
• CPI Certification encouraged and will be provided by District 47

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Valid ISBE Paraprofessional License or Short Term Approval
• Work with teachers and students to develop knowledge needed to use library materials and organization
• Knowledge and willingness to learn appropriate use of technology
• Working knowledge of the "Windows" operating system
• Working knowledge of district computer system
• Willingness to learn the library system
• Must have a desire to work with students
• Excellent organization skills
• Effective communication skills
• Self-motivator
• Multi-tasker
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Maintain confidentiality of students and their records

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical requirements include sitting, standing, bending, walking, and lifting equipment and materials
• Demonstrate high levels of flexibility, positive attitude, patience, sense of humor, perseverance, tenacity and concentration.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and busy environment

Definition of toileting: Due to a child's disability or medical condition, the para must provide physical assistance to a student during the act of toileting while in the toileting location. (examples: removing all undergarments, wiping, physically assisting onto and off the toilet area) Walking a child to the bathroom or providing supervision while in the bathroom which does not require physical contact would not be defined as toileting.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the task that may be assigned.

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BUILDING PARAPROFESSIONAL

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicate with teachers, staff, support services and students
• Collaborate and foster teamwork
• Maintain anecdotal notes and data recording as needed
• Contribute strategies for developing acceptance of student(s) by school community; facilitate students' social interaction with teacher and peers in individual, large group and small group settings
• Assist/monitor student(s) to and from bus when needed
• Assist/monitor student(s) recess period � indoors and outdoors when needed
• Assist/monitor student(s) in lunchroom and hallways as appropriate.
• Assist with feeding skills with appropriate supervision/training
• Provide motor breaks for students when needed
• Assist/monitor student(s) with toileting and other physical needs - this includes providing physical assistance to a student during the act of toileting while in the toileting location (see toileting definition below)
• Assist with care, correct use and maintenance of adaptive equipment
• Assist student(s) during emergency situations, drills and field trips
• Exhibit knowledge of student's IEP goals, medical needs and any student limitations
• Assist student with instructional activities as outlined by staff; utilize strategies to modify materials as directed
• Implement behavioral intervention plan and procedures as needed
• Attend ongoing training as needed
• Maintain same level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as expected by staff
• Refer any questions or concerns from parents to appropriate staff members
• Assist student(s) to complete activities, assignments and assessments
• Assist in implementation of test accommodations/modifications during test administration
• Ability to work with multiple needs across multiple grades
• Communicate (verbal or written) with parents as directed by teacher, administration, and related service staff
CPI Certification encouraged and will be provided by District 47

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Valid ISBE Paraprofessional License or Short Term Approval
• Basic knowledge and willingness to learn appropriate use of technology
• Must have desire to work with students with special needs
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Maintain confidentiality of students and their records
• Understand basic elements of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), Safety Plans and 504 Plans

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires sitting, standing, lifting, bending, walking and running
• Demonstrate high level of flexibility, positive attitude, patience, sense of humor, perseverance, tenacity and concentration.

Definition of toileting: Due to a child's disability or medical condition, the para must provide physical assistance to a student during the act of toileting while in the toileting location. (examples: removing all undergarments, wiping, physically assisting onto and off the toilet area) Walking a child to the bathroom or providing supervision while in the bathroom which does not require physical contact would not be defined as toileting.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Starting Rate $18.20/hour. Eligible for paid time off benefits, and medical insurance benefits.