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Fergus Falls Public Schools
Para Educator (Library)
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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$38,440 / year median in Minnesota
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Openings as of 9/11/2026 force display?
True Openings as of 9/11/2026 Para Educator (Library)
True Openings as of 9/11/2026 Para Educator (Library)
JobID:
1200Position Type:
Support Staff/ Para educatorDate Posted:
9/10/2026Location:
Fergus Falls Public Schools The Fergus Falls School District is seeking to fill a para educator (library) position at Cleveland elementary school for the remainder of the 2026-27 school year. This position works 7 hours/day and is scheduled 172 days/year. The wage rate is $21.25-22.80/hour. This position has a benefit package that includes contributions towards health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, 403b, pension plan; along with sick and personal leave.JOB SUMMARY
Provides a well organized, smoothly functioning library environment in which students & staff can take full advantage of the materials available.QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma with two-year degree or tech courses preferred Demonstrated knowledge of computers and relevant programs Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptablePERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
The tasks listed below are not intended to limit other tasks that might reasonably be assigned as necessary. Prepare for library classes. Schedule, supervise and assist students in the library on a daily basis, including checking out books, reading with and to students and clerical duties as needed. Maintain Accelerated Reading books and assist students as needed. Prepare book lists/book levels to order for AR reading curriculum. Send weekly notices to homeroom teachers concerning overdue books and collect fines for such books. Make repairs on damaged books. Ready books for reserve as requested by teachers and students and maintain the reserve shelf. Do the annual inventory of library materials and the preparation of lists of missing books and books to be discarded. Do all processing and shelving of incoming books and magazines. Supervise early morning, playground and lunchroom as needed. Order library supplies and books as requested by staff. Keep materials up to date and current for supply and demand. Keeping track of the current budget and ordering items as needed. School Assessment Coordinator for Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA) for Cleveland School; develop the testing schedule, plan for accommodations, prepare materials, prep test sites, oversee test administration, audit and ensure test guideline integrity as outlined by MDE and properly return materials as required. Coordinate and train MCA test proctors. Back up for front office secretary and for computer lunch para. In-service participation as required.Application deadline:
Open until filled Start date: ASAP The Fergus Falls Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government.Accommodation:
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR at agriffin@fergusotters.org or call 218-998-0544, ext. 9010.Background Check Upon Conditional Offer :
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.Veteran's Preference :
If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application. Fergus Falls Public Schools are a tobacco-free workplace. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 9/11/2026 12:01:35 AM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions- AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions
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Benefits
- Medical Leave
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance