Media Educational Assistant/Production Secretary

Job title:

Media Educational Assistant/Production Secretary

Company

Gresham-Barlow School District

Job description

Application Deadline: In-District Bargaining Unit Members September 10, 2024. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit member, outside applicants will be considered thereafter until filled.Projected Start Date: Approximately September 30, 2024. Exact date to be determined by the district.School Secretary Position
2 hours/day, 205 days/year
Salary Range 12 $22.96 to $31.46/hourMedia EA HS Position
5.5 hours/day, 205 days/year
Salary Range 11 $22.29 to $30.54/hourStudies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.JOB TITLE: School SecretaryJob Summary: The job of “School Secretary” is done for the purpose/s of providing clerical support to school site administrative functions; conveying information regarding school and/or District functions and procedures; ensuring compliance with financial, legal and administrative requirements of assigned functions.Essential Job Functions:Administers first aid and medication to students for the purpose of meeting their immediate health care needsComposes documents (i.e. correspondence, agendas, minutes, bulletins, reports, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to school and district personnel, the public, state officials, etcEvaluates situations (i.e. involving other staff, students, parents, the public, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolutionMonitors assigned activities and/or program components (i.e. attendance program budget, timesheets, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with financial, legal and/or administrative requirementsPrepares written materials (i.e. brochures, newsletters, etc.) for the purpose of conveying information regarding school and/or district activities and proceduresProcesses documents and materials (i.e. schedules, agendas, mail, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate partiesReconciles cash accounts as assigned for the purpose of maintaining accurate balances and complying with accounting practicesResponds to inquiries of staff, the public, parents and/or students for the purpose of providing information and/or direction as may be requiredAssists parents in the registration and entry of new students to the schoolSupervises students for the purpose of monitoring students referred for disciplinary actionsSupports principal and/or other school administrative personnel for the purpose of providing assistance with their administrative functionsMaintains students’ permanent records for students enrolled and will request or transmit student records according to administrative proceduresPrompt and regular attendanceOther Job Functions:Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activitiesHandles fundsSupervises student workers for the purpose of ensuring appropriate class credit and/or learning experienceAssists with the transportation needs of students, including walking them to and from the bus, supervision of students on the way to and from the bus, supervision of loading and unloading of busses, arranging for the transportation needs of studentsEssential Job Requirements – Qualifications:Experience Required: Prior job related experience with increasing responsibility.Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Skills to operate standard office equipment including use of basic computer applications, use English in both written and verbal form, use correct spelling, grammar and punctuation, administer first aid. Knowledge of rules and regulations related to assigned school, basic budgeting, financial and statistical record keeping, standard office equipment. Abilities to sit for prolonged periods, work independently, understand and carry out oral and written instructions, interact with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds, maintain confidentiality pertaining to personal information about employees, students and parents. Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversation, near visual acuity/visual accommodation.Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid CertificatesJOB TITLE: Educational Assistant – High School – MediaJob Summary: The job of “Educational Assistant – High School – Media” is done to insure the smooth and efficient operation of the Library/Media Center and to help provide students and staff members with the best library/media services available. Responsibilities will vary, depending on student and staff needsEssential Job Functions:Assist students and staff with resources for research (both computerized and print)Maintain and be knowledgeable of Media Center equipment (computers, copy machine, printers, scanners)Working knowledge of current software/computer programs used the Media CenterAssist staff in scheduling classes and help locate resources for useAssist students with classroom assignmentsHelp organize and implement annual Media Center Freshman orientationAnnually inventory library materials and complete end-of-year final inventory reportsMaintain equipment maintenanceOrganize student aides and helpersMonitor students and take disciplinary action when neededSupervise circulation deskTrain and supervise student aides and parent volunteersMaintain automated circulation systemShelve and file materialsRepair library materialsMaintain Media Center utilization statisticsProcess materials for use in the Library/Audio Visual centerAssist with Library supply orders and inventoryMaintain overdue records and prepare fine/overdue noticesProcess and distribute required patron and item reportsMaintain bulletin boards, display cases and book displays, assist with library promotionsAssists with the transportation needs of students, including walking them to and from the bus, supervision of tudents on the way to and from the bus, supervision of loading and unloading of busses, arranging for the transportation needs of studentsPrompt and regular attendanceEssential Job Requirement – Qualifications:Experience Required: Prior job related experience, paid or volunteer, with school-age children.Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Skill to perform basic clerical functions, basic arithmetic calculations, operate standard office equipment, use English in verbal and written form, use correct grammar, punctuation and spelling. Knowledge of principles of child development, instructional processes. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, maintain confidentiality of student records, meet schedules and deadlines, read/interpret/apply rules, regulations, policies, rapidly learn methods and materials used in a variety of instructional situations. Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity. Knowledge of Dewey Decimal system and automated library systems helpful.Education Required: Highly Qualified Status pursuant to Federal No Child Left Behind guidelines.Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Fingerprinting and Criminal History Check, and current First Aid card.OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Cross-trains in a variety of school functions and assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Confer with teachers and administrators for the purpose of assisting in evaluations of students’ progress and/or implementing of students’ objectives
• Participates in various meetings to share information and/or improving skills/knowledge
• Assists with the transportation needs of students, including supervision of students to and from the bus, supervision of loading and unloading of busses, and arranging for the transportation needs of students
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor within the scope of their job

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Ability to:

• o sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time

o talk and hear conversations in a potentially noisy environment
o use precise control of fingers and hand movement, often in a repetitive motion such as keyboarding
o reach for and handle objects
o use close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus * Bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds may also be required on occasionWORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS * Maintaining regular and punctual attendance. In case of an absence, the site and/or district protocol for reporting absences is followed.

• Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for the assignment and the work setting ? Maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding information relating to staff, students and parents
• Exercising prudent judgment
• Work independently in the performance of routine duties
• Follow all District policies and work procedures
• Participate in required meetings and trainings related to the position
• If employee is bilingual, interpretation, translating documents, and/or communicating orally in the second language may be requested
• Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment

Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.*Applications must be submitted to Frontline Recruiting and Hiring by the closing date in order to be considered for the position. All employees hired by the District into a position not requiring licensure must be fingerprinted and have a criminal history check completed. The cost is $71.50 and is the responsibility of the employee. This employment is considered probationary pending return of the criminal records check from the FBI and Oregon State Police through the Oregon Department of Education.Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.

Expected salary

$22.96 – 31.46 per hour

Location

Gresham, OR

Job date

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 07:36:08 GMT

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