Cortez – Library Paraprofessional – Middle School

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Cortez – Library Paraprofessional – Middle School

Company: Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1


Description: Job Description:Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
EVERY STUDENT. EVERY DAY.Position: Library ParaprofessionalThe district is committed to creating an environment of collaboration and accountability that ensures our students:

• Achieve personal goals and academic growth.

• Are invested in success for their future.

• Attain high levels of literacy and 21st century skills.

• Are engaged in active citizenship.

• Learn in a safe and healthy school environment.

Position Summary: Responsible for aiding teachers in working with students, clerical tasks and other functions. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele. Focus on reading and the use of school reading materialsTypical Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with teachers to provide instructional and enrichment assistance to individual students, and large and small groups.

• Designs suitable materials for classroom use, bulletin boards and educational displays.

• Supervises students in various school settings and situations, including classrooms, lunchroom, playground, us lines, field trips, etc.

• Provides clerical support, including paper grading, student folders, typing and filing office support activities, etc.

• Assists in the maintenance of students’ records, such as grade records, report cards, diagnostic and achievement test scores, and others.

• Provides general assistance to students in non-instructional situations.

• May administer minor first aid in the absence of other personnel.

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Position Requirements:Education and Certification:· High School Diploma (required)Experience and Skills:· Excellent communication skills· General office equipment· Technical proficiency in word processing and computers· Some knowledge of classroom management· Some knowledge of child developmentCulture and Fit:· Commitment to the mission and values of Montezuma Cortez Re-1· Desire to work as a member of a dynamic team· Openness to feedback and willingness to share ideas· Maintains and models high standards of personal and professional integrity and confidentialityLicenses or Certification: None required.Reports to: PrincipalSupervisory Duties: NonePhysical Requirements and Working Conditions: The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Activities:Amount of:NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3StandXWalkXSitXReach with hands and armsXClimb or balanceXStoop, kneel, crouch or crawlXTalkXListenXWeight and Force Demands:Amount of:NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Up to 10 poundsXUp to 25 poundsXUp to 50 poundsXUp to 100 poundsXMore than 100 poundsXMental Functions:Amount Of:NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3CompareXAnalyzeXCommunicateXCopyXCoordinateXInstructXComputeXSynthesizeXEvaluateXInterpersonal SkillsXCompileXNegotiateXNoise Level:Exposure LevelVery quietQuietModerateXLoudVery LoudWork Environment:Amount of:NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)XWork near moving mechanical partsXWork in high, precarious placesXFumes or airborne particlesXToxic or caustic chemicalsXOutdoor weather conditionsXExtreme Cold (non-weather)XExtreme Heat (non-weather)XRisk of electrical shockXWork with explosivesXRisk of radiationXVibrationXVision Demands:RequiredNo special vision requirementsClose vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)XDistance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)XColor vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)Peripheral visionDepth perceptionAbility to adjust focusXThe signatures below indicate that this job description has been reviewed by the employee with the supervisor.Employee Name (Print) Employee Signature DateSupervisor Name (Print) Supervisor Signature DateThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.NONDISCRIMINATION CLAUSEMontezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 does not discriminate against any protected classes as identified by the State of Colorado. A lack of English speaking skills will not be a barrier to participation or admission. The following staff have been designated to handle inquiries regarding our nondiscrimination policies:Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer (Title II/ADA, Title VI)Cynthia Eldredge, Executive Director of Human Resources400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1135504 Compliance Officer (Section 504)Lisa Megel, Executive Director of Exceptional Student Services400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1118M-CSD RE-1 School Governance Policies can be found on our website at:CLÁUSULA DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓNEl Distrito Escolar Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 no discrimina contra ninguna clase protegida identificada por el Estado de Colorado. La falta de habilidades para hablar inglés no será una barrera para la participación o la admisión. El siguiente personal ha sido designado para atender consultas sobre nuestras políticas de no discriminación:Coordinador del Título IX Oficial de Cumplimiento (Título II/ADA, Título VI)Cynthia Eldredge, Directora Ejecutiva de Recursos Humanos400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1135504 Oficial de Cumplimiento (Sección 504)Lisa Megel, Director Ejecutivo de Servicios para Estudiantes Excepcionales400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1118Las políticas de gobierno escolar de M-CSD RE-1 se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web en:11.28.23 DKRReferenced Policies: AC, AC-E-1, AC-R (Option 1), AC-R-2*, JB, JBA, JBA-E, JBB*, JII-RNOTE: Federal law requires districts to provide continuing notification of non-discrimination statements and the Title IX coordinator’s contact information. This information must be published in student, parent, and employee handbooks, course catalogs, program/employee application forms, and recruitment materials. 34 C.F.R. § 106.8.

Salary: $23122 – 28687 per year

Location: Cortez, CO

Date: Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:54:04 GMT


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