Student Library Assistant Jobs in Sun Prairie, WI

STARTING WAGE: $19.34+ per hour (based on experience) 
This position is full time (7.5) hours per day (8 am - 4 pm), Monday through Friday, during the school year.  See attached work calendar for exact work dates.  This position comes with paid time off and is benefit eligible.
Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide a quiet organized atmosphere and supervise students assigned.  Provide direction, assistance, and instruction as needed to create a positive support system for students. . Maintain a class or area that students feel comfortable attending and aren't hesitant to seek, ask for, and obtain help whether to make up a test, do homework, or collaborate with students, contact a Principal, guidance staff, teacher, or other staff members for other problems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Supervises students, in an alternative learning or study hall environment in both large group and small group settings before, during and after school.
• Provides assistance to students regarding classroom assignments, tutors students, and proctors assessments; assists students in operating computer and media equipment.
• Motivates and encourages students in positive ways to successfully complete assigned school work.
• Makes a personal connection with students demonstrating that they are caring adults who will listen and facilitate other internal and external interventions as needed.
• Provides consistency for students as a trusted adult doing daily check-in and check-out taking the time to listen and make positive connections with students.
• Model Positive Behavior Instructional Support (PBIS) with students and participates in PBIS planning teams as requested.
• Maintains area to ensure security, functionality and cleanliness in the assigned space. Maintains accurate attendance, behavior, and progress records and reports.
• Supports in contacting parents regarding unexcused absences
• Coordinates daily classroom assignments with teaching staff; collects completed work and returns it to teachers in a timely manner
• Processes student Academic Progress Reports as requested
• Coordinates the administration of the alternative learning and study hall environment; develops forms, seating charts, attendance cards, and files as required
• Drafts letters, memos, and other correspondence as required to parents, staff, and co-workers.
• Maintains classroom reading and textbook library; acquires and maintains classroom instructional materials
• Fills in for the office staff and performs secretarial duties as requested
• Other activities as assigned

Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
High school graduate with five to eleven months teaching assistant experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Must meet the following expectations for this position.  (1) Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education, (2) obtained an associate's degree (or higher) or (3) be able to demonstrate through the ability to assist in supporting students in reading, writing and mathematics.  Must be willing to attend the following workshops: Blood Bourne Pathogens, cultural diversity, harassment, bullying, emergency code response. Must possess a valid driver's license.
Minimum Physical and Mental Abilities Required To Perform Essential Job Functions
Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including computer, typewriter, photocopier, etc.
• Ability to use technology to accomplish job responsibilities that may include basic knowledge of e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet software and student records software
• Must have current physical on file with the District Office certifying applicant is able to meet all job qualifications

Mathematical Ability

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and calculate decimals and percentages

Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication

• Ability to comprehend, interpret and/or prepare a variety of documents, including attendance reports, enrollment reports, disciplinary reports, tardy forms, student directory, student schedules, classroom assignments, Academic Progress Reports, student/parent handbook, etc. using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style
• Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures and follow instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, counselors, students, parents, administrators, police officers, nurses, the general public, and others verbally and in writing
• Ability to facilitate support for students and connect them with the appropriate support systems to meet their needs in a timely and confidential manner.
• Ability to remain calm in high stress environments.
• Ability to work on a daily basis with high-risk students who have violated school district policies
• Ability to work with a diverse group of students including those with unique abilities.
• Ability to maintain order in potentially volatile situations and be prepared to act accordingly

Environmental Adaptability

• Ability to create and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Noise level in environment can be loud.

 
The Sun Prairie Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Terms of Employment
Wage and work year as established by the School Board.