- Position Type:
Certified - Teacher/Media Specialist
- Date Posted:
4/18/2024
- Location:
Collins Elementary School
- Date Available:
07/29/2024
- Closing Date:
UNTIL FILLED
Internal Transfer Deadline: Not Available
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NOTES: - Internal Transfer Not Available
- 15 Day Posting Deadline 5/2/2024
- This is a PT 1 Year Only Position
Job Description:
TITLE: Media Librarian
QUALIFICATIONS:- Holds a bachelor's or higher degree in library science
- Holds a valid Kentucky certificate as a media librarian
- Has demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with students, staff, parents and community
REPORTS TO: Principal
JOB GOAL: To provide all students with an enriched library environment containing a wide variety and range of materials that will invite intellectual growth and to aid all students in acquiring the skills needed to take full advantage of library resources.
PERFORMANCERESPONSIBILITIES:- Operate and supervise the library to which assigned
- Establish and supervise procedures for evaluating, selecting, and requisitioning new library materials
- Assist teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials, and make library materials available to supplement the instructional program
- Inform teachers and other staff members concerning new materials the library acquires
- Maintain a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all library materials, and instruct teachers and students on use of the system
- Arrange for interlibrary loan of materials of interest or use to teachers
- Work with teachers in planning those assignments that are likely to lead to an extended use of library resources
- Promote appropriate conduct of students using library facilities
- Help students develop habits of independent reference work and skills in the use of reference materials in related to planned assignments
- Arrange frequently changing book-related displays and exhibits designed to increase students’ interests
- Prepare, recommend to the Principal, and administer the library budget
- Supervise and evaluate library aides in the performance of their duties
- Dispose of obsolete and worn materials from the collection on an annual basis and maintain a complete inventory
- Supervise the clerical routines necessary for the smooth operation of the library
- Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and other self-selected professional growth activities
- Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: - Salary
- 10 ¼ months
- Board approved 3-23-92
- Board Revised 10/9/08
- Position Type:
Support Staff/Para Educator
- Date Posted:
3/12/2025
- Location:
Collins Elementary School
- Date Available:
03/15/2025
- Closing Date:
UNTIL FILLED
Internal Transfer Deadline: 03/14/2025
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NOTES: 180 Day contract / Benefits include healthcare and retirement / Earn between $14.34-$19.76(based on years of experience) / 4 paid holidays
TITLE: Para Educator Preschool
QUALIFICATIONS:- Has a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
- Has and maintains certification in American Red Cross/American Heart Association CPR and First Aid
- (Applies to Title I schools only) Completed two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or
- (Applies to Title I schools only) Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher); or
- (Applies to Title I schools only) Met rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness and mathematics readiness)
- Has demonstrated the ability or potential to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, and staff
- Has experience working with children in an organized setting
RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal/Preschool Teacher
JOB GOAL: To assist the teacher in creating and facilitating a developmentally appropriate and responsive environment to meet the needs of each child and of the classroom group as a whole; to serve as a supportive resource to each child’s family.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:- Assist teacher in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate program for children based on the High Scope model and incorporating successful strategies from other early childhood and special education methods
* Assist physically disabled students (feed, position, toileting)
* Work to integrate special needs children into each activity focusing on embedding skills in the daily routine
* Participate actively in circle time activities with the group
* Help students with concepts presented by the teacher
* Listen to students retell stories and picture read
* Read to students
* Facilitate small-group activities
* Assist children in making choices and problem solving
* Help students work on projects
- Help students select books and activities
- Help students explore interests
- Assist students with meals
- Model and encourage appropriate language skills
- Assist the teacher in planning an environment and providing experiences which address all areas of child development
- Assist the teacher in monitoring child progress through a variety of data recording methods, which may include; anecdotal observations, videotaping, portfolio, Whole Child Indicator, or other assessment protocols
- Assist the teacher in evaluating on a regular basis through classroom and full staff meetings, strengths and weaknesses of the program
- Assist the teacher in maintaining a clean, safe, and inviting environment in which children can develop optimally
- Model mature and professional behavior for children, staff and families
- Assist in developing and implementing the Individual Education Plan (IEP) for children with disabilities
- Participate annually in at least 18 hours of professional development activities provided by the District and other self-elected professional growth activities
- Accompany teacher on home visits when appropriate
- Assist child with special needs such as toileting, feeding and lifting
- Assist teacher in maintaining age appropriate discipline
- Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and follow established program policies and procedures
- Maintain child’s records and maintain confidentiality of records, family Contacts, preschool activities and information received from other agencies
- Assist in developmental screening and assessment activities as appropriate
- Accompany children to and from the busses
- Alert teacher of any problem or special information about an individual child
- Perform routing clerical duties, such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operation of copy machine; maintain classroom records; and maintain attendance records
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FAMILY AND COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT:- Schedule and monitor home visits with the teacher and parents to ensure all students have a minimum of two home visits and one parent conference at school
- Maintain copies of home visit forms for each child
- Monitor parent contacts to ensure communication with parents is frequent
- Prepare weekly or monthly newsletters and any parent information letters regarding trips, happenings, etc. with the assistance of the teacher
- Label and log new equipment and materials
- Assist the Record/Health assistant with her responsibilities
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE RECORDS/HEALTH ASSISTANT- Maintain the permanent records on all students in the classroom to ensure their organization and completeness
- Maintain a control sheet on all students to keep record of immunizations and other required paperwork
- Contact parents if information is inadequate and request necessary information
- Maintain attendance records and lunch count and keep up to date class roster. Submit class roster to preschool consultant’s office monthly
- Maintain an up-to-date control sheet on vision and hearing screening and follow-up treatment
- Maintain supply list and prepare purchase order for health supplies, garbage can liners, disinfectant spray, personal protection supplies, soap, etc.
- Perform any additional duties assigned by the preschool teacher or principal
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:- Hourly (Grade 04)
- 6.5 hrs. per day
- 32.5 hrs. per wk.
- 180 days
- 9 ¼ months
- Board approved 8-8-02, Revised 6/9/2016, revised 6/13/2019