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La Porte Isd

Instructional Aide, 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.

$32,319 / year median in Texas

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Instructional Aide, Library La Porte Independent School District Lomax Elementary - La Porte, Texas Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in
La Porte Independent School District Job Details Job ID:
5880504
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday Starting Date:
To Be Determined Job Description Position:
Instructional Aide, Library Location:
Lomax Elementary
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Prepare and manage library activities and associated requirements. Assist in the implementation of library programs, including self-help, behavior management and instruction. Work under the general supervision of the principal.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Certification:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Texas paraprofessional certificate
  • Have met formal academic assessment (approved para course), associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning
Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Proficient skills in the use of general office equipment and computers
  • Knowledge of library science preferred
Experience:
  • Two years of experience working with students preferred
  • Two years of clerical experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Library Program Support 1. Provide individual instruction and assistance to individual students or small groups in using library media center resources including computers and other equipment. 2. Check books in and out. Collect and record fines. 3. Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers. 4. Request and schedule use of materials from outside sources including regional education service center. 5. Prepare bulletin boards and displays and prepare instructional materials. 6. Read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud. Accounting and Inventory 7. Maintain library catalog. 8. Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials. 9. Receive and process new books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices. Shelve returned books, materials, and equipment. 10. Perform routine maintenance and repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment. Arrange for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery) as directed. Clerical Support 11. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required. 12. Prepare bibliographies, forms and routine correspondence according to standard procedures. Student Management 13. Supervise and monitor students as assigned and assist teachers to maintain appropriate student behavior and an orderly atmosphere. Other 14. Maintain library operation. 15. Assist in directing the work of parent volunteers and student aides. 16. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Other Information:
Apply online at lpisd.org, attaching a resume, letter of interest, and transcript or ParaEducator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or other local educational entity. Three current references must be received; one of these references must be from your current principal or supervisor. The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Posture:
Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion:
Frequent walking
Lifting:
Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to 50 pounds)
Environment:
Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements
Mental Demands:
Maintain control under stress
Assignment:
187
Days Pay Grade:
PG1, Certified Instructional, 10 Duty Months Minimum- $12.54 Midpoint- $15.00
Position Type:
Full-Time Salary:
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