Library Educational Technician III

Library Educational Technician III

The Augusta School Department is currently seeking a Library Educational Technician III. 

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to positively interact with K through 6 grade students and staff, have a strong background in children's literature and an understanding of audio-visual equipment and digital literacy. The individual will maintain and operate a library (i.e. run lists, check in/out materials, shelve books, assist with inter-library loans, order books, and other library duties.). The individual will be able to consult with the District Library Specialist. This position will be shared between Farrington (.80) and Hussey (.20) Elementary Schools. The individual will be under the supervision of the building principals.

Responsibilities:
* Plan weekly library class for grades K-6 and library experiences in conjunction with the District Librarian.
* Check students into and out of the library;
* Maintain library records which include issuing overdue notices, inventory, and updating patron records;
* Maintain discipline and behavior protocols;
* Keep track of library supplies and submits needs to the District Librarian; and
* Help maintain the physical space.

Position Type:
Full-time

Additional Duties:
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and Disrict Librarian

Note:    The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility..

Job Requirements/Qualifications:
- Ed Tech III Certification
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- Friendly, reliable, customer service oriented, and yet firm while managing students
- Skilled use of computer
- CHRC (fingerprinting)
- Experience preferred
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required

QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. A minimum of 90 credit hours of approved study in an educationally related field;
2. Educational Technician III authorization, Maine Department of Education; 
3. Successful background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference check;
4. Prior experience working with school age children preferred;
5. Ability to communicate and interact positively and effectively while maintaining
   
   Knowledge and Abilities:
   - Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
   - Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
   - Ability to organize and coordinate work
   - Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
   - Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
   - Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
Works in standard office and school building environments.
            Note:    Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental       Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Certification/License:

• Maine Certified Educational Technician III
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Rate of Pay: Per Support Staff Contract

Interested applicants must submit ALL of the following:

• Letter of Interest

• Completed Non-Teaching Application 

• Resume

• Transcripts

• Copy of Authorization, Certification, and/or License

• Three (3) Signed Letters of Recommendation

Application Deadline: When suitable candidate is found

Acceptable Forms of Application Submission: Email (PDF format), Mail or Personal Delivery

Send Complete Application Packets To:
Human Resources
Augusta School Department
40 Pierce Drive, Suite 3
Augusta, ME  04330
Phone:  (207) 626-2468, Ext. 3220
Email:  brenda.cadwallader@augustaschools.org