Library Paraprofessional

Salary: $17.74

Hours: 7:00 am - 2:20 pm

Reports To: Building Principal

About Us

The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment for all students. We seek compassionate individuals to assist in delivering specialized educational support to students.

Job Summary

The Library Paraprofessional supports classroom teachers and library media specialists in integrating technology into the learning environment. This role includes assisting with interventions, instruction, and supervision of students in the classroom and learning commons as scheduled.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision and Support:

• Assist students and staff with locating print and non-print resources using Destiny and the internet.

• Supervise students in the learning commons and assist with interventions and instruction.

   

Instructional Support:

• Reinforce learning through supplementary work and data collection.

• Assist with integrating technology and 21st-century skills into the curriculum.

Library Operations:

• Support the Library Media Specialist with processing materials, supervising students, and managing overdue or missing materials.

• Monitor the circulation desk and maintain accurate records of overdue, lost books, and fines.

• Perform minor equipment repairs and initiate work orders as needed.

Technology and Training:

• Demonstrate the use of technology tools to integrate into the curriculum.

• Assist students, staff, and parents in accessing district accounts.

• Attend workshops and training sessions as required by the district.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum of sixty (60) college credit hours required or completion of Missouri Paraprofessional Assessment or completion of Missouri's 20-hour online substitute training program upon hire (paid for by the district). As a condition of continued employment, the job incumbent must have and retain a valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.

Experience: Job-related experience is desired.

Skills: Proficiency in handling library resources, assisting students with research, and maintaining accurate records.

Abilities: Ability to work with diverse individuals, manage tasks, and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

FHSD offers a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package, including:

• Medical and dental plan options
• Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• District-paid basic life insurance ($75,000)
• District-paid Short-Term Disability
• Paid holidays

Family coverage, long-term disability, and additional life insurance options are available at the employee's expense.

We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to the FHSD team!