What are the responsibilities and job description for the Learning Resource Associate position at FROST JR HIGH SCHOOL?
Job Summary: In order to support student learning, the LRA in collaboration with the LRT, supports the implementation of district goals and school improvement plans while assisting students and staff in the use of the learning resource center (LRC) materials, equipment and computers. This is a 10-month, full-time position for the 2025-26 school year.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist students in selecting and checking out appropriate reading materials while integrating teacher parameters in order to foster efficient use of the LRC.
- Reinforce research and information gathering skills in order to have students become independent researchers.
- Provide staff support by collaborating with other LRA’s to gather resources for the classroom.
- Process, organize, maintain and audit district materials and equipment, so that resources are available, in good condition, and in working order.
- In collaboration with the LRT, select and order learning resource materials within the guidelines of the budgets, so that appropriate materials are available in the LRC to support district curriculum with fiction and non-fiction materials.
- Assist in managing student behavior in order to facilitate a successful and safe learning environment.
- Participate in professional development in order to grow professionally in the field and meet the requirements of the district.
Minimum Requirements:
- Ability and desire to assist students and teachers
- LTA (Library Technical Assistant) degree; or a minimum of one full year employment in a recognized school or public library; or, is agreeable to taking a minimum of three courses in a certified LTA program
- Enthusiasm for and willingness to become familiar with current children's literature
- Willingness to increase knowledge in the area of technology
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Conscientious about attendance and punctuality
Physical Requirements:
- While performing the duties and responsibilities of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, stand, walk, sit, and use hands and arms to handle, feel and reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or kneel and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Regular attendance on the job is expected.
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Salary : $27,514