Resource Center Aide - Part Time - Summit Academy

Key Responsibilities

• Aid the resource center specialist in the daily operation of the media center.
• Support students and teachers in selecting materials.
• Conduct circulation tasks such as checking in and out of books and materials.
• Perform general clerical tasks and minor repairs of books and materials.
• Respond to other related duties to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate’s Degree or completion of 60 college credit hours at the time of hire.
• Pass the ParaPro Test provided by the district free of charge.
• A High School diploma or equivalent.

Skills & Competencies

• Model the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
• Proficiency in using basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc).
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Organize and prioritize workload while working with frequent interruptions and minimum supervision.
• Effective communication (verbal and written) with students, teachers, parents, and district personnel.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Inside a school library or resource center, which may include classrooms or computer labs.
• Frequent contact with students, teachers, and other school staff.
• Generally quiet, but may be louder during student visits or group activities.
• Frequent movement around the library, including walking and standing for extended periods.
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, and kneeling to shelve or retrieve books.
• May need to lift and carry boxes of books or supplies (typically up to 25–40 pounds).