Job Description

Dover-Eyota High School is seeking a Media Center paraprofessional. This full-time (35 hr/week) position begins with the 2024-2025 school year.We value our staff and believe they have great influence on a child\'s life. We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for candidates who will connect with students and who are dedicated and enthusiastic about making a difference for our students and community.Job Objective: The Media Center Paraprofessional operates the Student Center during the school day and helps to facilitate learning and group work.Required Qualifications/ Skills:High school diploma or general education degree (GED)Ability to pass competency test OR Two-year degreeStrong work ethic, high ethical standards, self-confidence, good time-management skillsExcellent interpersonal skills, including communication and listening skillsPositive, professional, and collaborative with othersEnthusiastic about working with young peoplePreferred Qualifications/ SkillsKnowledge of literary materials and general functioning of a media center in a school settingKnowledge of and support for the district\xe2\x80\x99s educational systemsComputer and technology knowledge and skillsPerformance Responsibilities:Responsible to be knowledgeable about all district policies and proceduresWork collaboratively and communicate effectively with other staffKeep proper records of books being checked out and returnedCommunicate overdue books with studentsOrganize the Student Center resources as directedMonitor and supervise students visiting the Student CenterAbilities Required:Critical thinking and problem-solving skillsPatience with studentsProblem solving with little or no guidanceManaging multiple tasks and priorities with frequent interruptionsAbility to use Google and Google features to complete daily tasksExceptional organizational skillsThis position has many benefits, including the following:Hourly pay $16-20, depending on experience and qualificationsEligible for health insuranceEligible for life insurance and Long-term disabilityContribution towards pensionVoluntary benefits: short-term disability, dental insurance, 403B, voluntary life insuranceNew in 2024: newly renovated building, including the Media CenterSupport of training and technical assistanceSupportive and involved communityCandidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Interviews may be scheduled with qualified applicants as applications are received. The position is open until filled.Dover-Eyota is a vibrant public school district located 12 miles east of Rochester, Minnesota. The secondary building currently serves approximately 570 students in grades 6-12 and employs a faculty committed to student success. In 2023, we began a 20 million dollar building project, which includes a significant renovation of a majority of the building as well as adding four classrooms, a FACS area, expanding our music classrooms, and significant additions to our Agriculture and Industrial Technology areas. This is an example of the excellent community support our district enjoys.To learn more about our school community, we invite you to view our school paper, The Eagle:To view some renderings of our building project, please visit:If you have questions about the position, contact High School Principal Sarah Carlson at , or Middle School Principal John Ostrowski at . You may also call 507-545-2631 to speak with either.All new employees are required to submit to a Child Protection Background Check.

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