Educational Assistant - Elementary/Middle - MediaThe job of "Educational Assistant - Elementary/Middle - Media" is done to ensure an orderly operation and maintenance of the school media collection and to provide library services to students and staff.Minimum QualificationsEducation, Training, Experience, Licensure and CertificationExperience Required: Prior job related experience, paid or volunteer, with school-age childrenEducation Required: High school diploma or GEDHighly Qualified Status: Completed associates or higher degree, completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (72 college quarter hours or more) or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematicsLicenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Fingerprinting and Criminal Background check, and current First Aid/CPR cardSkills, Knowledge and/or Abilities RequiredSkill to perform basic clerical functions, basic arithmetic calculations, operate standard office equipmentAbility to use English in verbal and written form, use correct grammar, punctuation and spellingKnowledge of principles of child development, instructional processesAbility to understand and carry out oral and written instructionsAbility to maintain confidentiality of student records, meet schedules and deadlines, read/interpret/apply rules, regulations, policiesEssential Job FunctionsManages circulation and collection, utilizing the automated system in place, including: adding and deleting patron records, backing up data each day, adding and deleting materials, processing materials, running reports as needed, keeping an inventory of the collectionMonitors classes that come to the media center for regular library visits: check-in/check-out of materials, reading a story (elementary), supervising study hall or work sent by the teacher, supervising silent reading timeProcesses materials for library use: spine label, stamp, bar code, enters into the systemRepairs/mends library materials as neededAids students in the selection process and in other computer workTrains and supervises volunteers helping with media center upkeep, e.g. shelving booksActs as a representative of the media center: fielding calls from parents, fielding calls from sales representatives, working with parent clubs, working with the public libraryOther Job FunctionsHelps maintain general upkeep of the librarySets up space for classes, meetings held in the libraryGathers collections for staff as requestedNotifies staff and students of overdue materials in timely mannerProcess holds for studentsPromotes library as needed (bookmarks, posters, etc.)Makes bookmarks as neededSorts media mail and develop and maintain a file of vendor catalogsKeeps a list of teacher/student requests for ordering purposesCollects money and issue receipts for lost books and issues refunds if a book is foundMaintains bulletin boards, seasonal displays in media mannerParticipates in lunch, recess and dismissal duties as assigned by principalPerforms other duties as assignedAssists with the transportation needs of students, including walking them to and from the bus, supervision of students on the way to and from the bus, supervision of loading and unloading of buses, arranging for the transportation needs of studentsPhysical RequirementsAbility to: sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time talk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive motion such as keyboarding reach for and handle objects use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus Focus on a computer screen Bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds may also be required on occasionWorkplace ExpectationsMaintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence, site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting Maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information about students, staff, and parents Exercising prudent judgment Work independently in the performance of routine duties Follow all District policies and work procedures, as well as federal and state regulations Participate in required meetings and trainings related to the position If employee is bilingual, interpretation, translating documents, and/or communicating orally in the second language may be requested Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
* Applications must be submitted to Frontline Recruiting and Hiring by the closing date in order to be considered for the position. All employees hired by the District into a position not requiring licensure must be fingerprinted and have a criminal history check completed. The cost is $71.50 and is the responsibility of the employee.
This employment is considered probationary pending return of the criminal records check from the FBI and Oregon State Police through the Oregon Department of Education. Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment.
Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER