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Alaska Teacher Placement

Library Associate - Elementary

Alaska Teacher Placement, North Pole, Alaska, United States, 99705


Position Type:Other

Date Posted:6/19/2024

Location:Ticasuk Brown Elementary School

Date Available:08/06/2024

Closing Date:07/07/2024

District:Fairbanks North Star Borough School District - website Additional Information: Show/Hide

Job Summary:

Manages the library and assists students and staff in the effective use of library resources, ensuring that the library program meets the mission, goals and objectives of the District.

Starting Hourly Rate:

Grade 8: $23.89 - $35.26 DOEWork Hours:

7.5 hours per dayWork Year:

10 monthsBargaining Unit:

Education Support Staff Association (ESSA)

Job Qualifications/Requirements (please review job description for qualifications and duties of the position):

A minimum of 48 hours of college credits. Include transcripts showing completion of or enrollment in a three (3) credit college level children's literature course, which explores a variety of literature, with an emphasis on selecting, interpreting, and using quality literature with children from preschool to grade 8.A minimum of one (1) year of public, academic, or school library work experience, to include experience working with online library catalogs and classification systems.Demonstrate general clerical skills, including typing speed of 35 wpm minimum.Must possess good organizational skills.Must have a basic knowledge of computer operations, including database management; knowledge of various online resources and appropriate use.Must be comfortable working with elementary age children and be aware of their developmental stages.Ability to maintain an inviting and engaging child friendly atmosphere.Ability to promote literature and assist students in connecting with age appropriate books of interest in order to encourage their reading.Ability to help children learn computer searching skills, as well as traditional reference resources.Must have the ability to work independently, coping with continual interruptions, shifting job priorities, and stressful conditions.Ability to coordinate activities of volunteers, and elementary student helpers.Must be able to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.

This position offers an excellent benefit package including:

Accrued sick and personal leavePaid holidaysMedical, dental, vision, and audioRetirement (PERS)

If there are ways we can support you in becoming a district employee, please email recruiting@k12northstar.org.

Attachment(s):

8 - Library Media Associate - Elementary 08.10.2022.pdf