Library and Media Paraprofessional
The Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools serves 1600 students from PreK-12 and is a free, open-enrollment public charter school. Over 92% of our students are Latinx. Our school system consists of Guadalupe Centers High School, Guadalupe Centers Middle School, and Guadalupe Centers Elementary School. Our system grew out of Guadalupe Centers' educational programming. Guadalupe Centers is the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the US since 1919. Our roots in our community run deep.
There are many benefits to working at GCCS with some of them being :
- Student and Families : GCCS teachers strive to form strong relationships with our students and their families. Our organization grew out of Guadalupe Centers, the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the US. These community ties are integral to who we are.
- Staff Autonomy : Teachers at GCCS appreciate having the autonomy to try proven and new approaches in their classroom and are encouraged to innovate. The experience of teachers is valued and they are given space to collaborate and share their best practice with each other.
- Coaching and Development : Staff at GCCS collaborate with their leaders on their growth and development. GCCS teachers set a professional development goal in collaboration with their coaches, colleagues, and in-district initiatives. All staff are aligned on working on their development over the course of the year.
Additional benefits include, but are not limited to Competitive compensation and benefits, a qualifying relocation stipend upon hire, and tuition reimbursement. GCCS has also expanded our benefits around well-being and mental health
Summary :
The Library and Media Paraprofessional assists the Library and Media Specialist with instructional and non-instructional activities for students, staff, and parents. Responsibilities include organization and circulation of the collection, helping students and teachers with resource needs, supporting one-to-one device management, troubleshooting, and assisting with the overall operation of the library.
Reports To : Building Principal and Library and Media Specialist
Duties / Responsibilities :
Assists with coordination, training, and support of library volunteers to ensure efficiency for an informative and educational learning environment.Assists students, staff, and parents with a variety of activities (e.g. researching and finding materials, assisting with classroom assignments, setting up equipment, troubleshooting computer problems, device insurance, and claims processes, coordinating the lending of book sets, etc.) to provide services to library clients.Attends in-service training to convey and / or gather information and support District goals.Confers with Library and Media Specialists to coordinate activities and ensure the effective and efficient operation of the work unit.Consistent interaction with students to educate them.Creates promotional displays, exhibits, and flyers to promote events, educational developments, and resources that are available for use.Maintains a variety of documents, files, and records (e.g. LMC facility usage, schedules, overdue lists, troubleshooting log, order information, Destiny data, etc.) to document activities and provide up-to-date, accurate information.Monitors student activities (e.g. assures students sign in and out, issues passes if necessary, assists with computer and printer issues, assists in locating and selecting books, supervises after-school drop-in students, etc.) to maintain a safe, supportive environment that is conducive to learning.Oversees equipment usage (e.g. schedules all equipment, replies to equipment requests, resolves scheduling conflicts, provides updated information on web schedule, sets up DVD / TV, sets up projection / sound on laptops, creates work orders for unresolved issues, etc.) to provide equipment efficiently and effectively.Performs circulation activities (e.g. checks-in and checks-out materials, prepares circulation count, runs and distributes overdue, processes holds and loan requests, follows up overdue through student contact and parent letters, assists clients in locating materials, oversees periodical organization and processing, etc.) to control the use, location, and availability of items in the collection.Performs a variety of clerical tasks (e.g. answers telephone, takes and delivers messages, updates and creates documents, conducts annual library inventory, copies and scans items, reconciles inventory reports, operates a variety of office equipment, orders supplies, etc.) to support the effective and efficient functioning of the work unit.Prepares manual and electronic documents and reports (e.g. monthly circulation reports, inventory reports, overdue reports, etc.) to provide documentation and information to others.Prepares items for reprocessing (e.g. compiles a list of barcodes, removes any District identifying marks, removes items from the library catalog, etc.) to maintain a high-quality collection.Processes library books, periodicals, software, equipment, and related media materials (e.g. enters into files, stamps with school stamps, barcodes, puts on spine labels and mylar covers, laminates paperback books, shelves materials, dates magazines, etc.) to provide students and staff with a wide variety of materials.Provides support for one-to-one computer devices (e.g. communicates with the Library and Media Specialist and building IT regarding damage or other issues, helps manage uninsured device collection, troubleshoots some computer and peripheral problems, assists with log-in issues, creates work orders for unsolved problems, circulates loaner devices for students and substitutes, supports the circulation of devices at beginning and end of the school year, etc.) to ensure an efficient, effective, and supportive learning environment.Repairs and cleans books and materials for a high-quality library collection.Responds to inquiries of students and staff (e.g. availability of books, finding appropriate reference documents, the status of overdue fines, computer / printer concerns, reservations, setup of equipment, etc.) to provide information and / or direction as required.Required Skills / Abilities :
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations.Thorough understanding of library principles and methods of archiving, circulating, and organizing materials.Committed to working with under-served students.Education and Experience :
A high school diploma or equivalent, Associate's Degree is preferred.Experience in an urban school setting is preferred.Bilingual ability; English required and Spanish preferred.Physical Requirements :
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.Must be able to reach high shelves and squat to reach low shelves.Must be able to reach materials at various angles and locations.Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed.Application Process :
Please complete an application which may be found at gck12.org / o / gc / page / work-for-gccs. If a position requires a degree, please upload a copy of transcripts and / or degree certification to your application. Other attachments such as a cover letter or resume can also be uploaded and attached to the application.
Guadalupe Centers, Inc. conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities' individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and 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, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
