About the Employer
We proudly offer dual immersion programs in seven languages; Armenian, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. Glendale Unified also offers six magnet schools focused on technology, world languages, and visual and performing arts, and a wide variety of Career and Technical Education pathways beginning in middle school. Through a collaborative partnership with Glendale Community College, Glendale Unified offers students multiple opportunities to earn college credit before they graduate from high school, including our Hoover Early College Academy and Glendale High Cloud Computing and Computer Science Academy. We are excelling together to provide our students with endless pathways for success! Several of our schools are recipients of prestigious awards such as: National Blue Ribbon Schools, California Distinguished Schools, California Gold Ribbon Schools, and Title I Academic Achieving Schools.
Glendale Unified is a diverse school district that welcomes students and families from all over the world. Our students come from a wide range of ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds and speak 35 different languages.
Job Summary
Required Documents
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
Equivalent of high school graduation AND one of the following:
-One year of experience as an Education Assistant II.
-Two years of higher education (48 semester units or 60 quarter units).
-Associate of Arts degree or higher.
Experience:
Some experience working with children in organized settings, preferably with technology and library resources.
Desirable:
Coursework in child development, education, or psychology.
Oral and written proficiency in a second language.
Job Description
LIBRARY AND MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANT
DEFINITION
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, the Library and Multimedia Technology Assistant supports the school community and assists certificated teachers in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of students in library, technology, multimedia, and related subject matter areas.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
A Library and Multimedia Technology Assistant provides independent paraprofessional support in either or both library and multimedia technology settings, including instruction and monitoring of student progress.
A Library Technician independently performs advanced, or paraprofessional of basic library practices and library media.
An Education Assistant II works under the close supervision of a teacher or specialist and, within the framework of established procedures, performs a variety of classroom instructional and support duties.
An Education Assistant I performs routine, unskilled classroom instructional and support tasks, under the close supervision of a teacher, which do not require previous knowledge of classroom procedures and practices.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by the principal or designee at the local school site.
In the library, the assignment may require the indirect and direct supervision and training of volunteers.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Tutor individuals or small groups in library usage and technology, reinforcing instruction and assisting with multimedia resources.
Prepare lessons and evaluate students based on established guidelines.
Monitor and report on student behavior and progress.
Provide support to teachers by setting up work areas, displays, and operating technology and audio-visual equipment.
Assist students with technology-related equipment, including computer hardware and software.
Plan and arrange book and media displays.
Select and read stories appropriate for various age groups, and support students with research projects.
Maintain, catalog, and process library materials; mend and shelve books as needed.
Collaborate with teachers on programs and materials to meet student needs.
Ensure student health and safety by following established regulations.
Participate in meetings and in-service training programs.
Perform related duties as assigned.
CLASS QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Library media usage, technology-related multimedia programs, and equipment.
Google Docs, Google Sheets and Google Slides.
Fundamental purposes, typical content, and routine procedures of modern public school system libraries.
Safe practices in classroom, computer lab, and library settings.
Child guidance principles and correct English usage.
Ability to:
Assist a certificated teacher with library and technology activities.
Select books and reading material in terms of children’s preferences and reading abilities.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
Provide technical assistance with computers and multimedia devices.
Perform a variety of library clerical tasks and operate typical library/media equipment.
Write legibly and follow both oral and written directions.
Learn and apply school policies related to library and instructional activities.
Work cooperatively with others and monitor student behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
Equivalent of high school graduation and one of the following:
One year of experience as an Education Assistant II.
Two years of higher education (48 semester units or 60 quarter units).
Associate of Arts degree or higher.
Experience:
Some experience working with children in organized settings, preferably with technology and library resources.
Desirable:
Coursework in child development, education, or psychology.
Oral and written proficiency in a second language.
Working Environment:
Classroom, computer lab, and library settings.
Contact will be required with students, district staff and the public.
Physical Demands:
Employees in this classification must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of the position without hazard to themselves or others.
These include, but are not limited to:
Lifting and carrying light objects (up to 20 pounds).
Operating various equipment.
Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to assist students.
Standing, stooping, and walking.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Seeing to monitor students and reading various materials.
Requirements / Qualifications
No online application process through EDJOIN. To apply: Visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gusd
CURRENT VACANCY: One (1) permanent position at Lincoln Elementary School. The position is 9.25 months per year, 6 hours per day (Monday through Friday), and includes full benefits for the employee only. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill other permanent and or substitute vacancies that arise during the one-year eligibility period. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. All Glendale Unified School District jobs are in person.
Comments and Other Information
Step-by-step online employment application guide:https://www.schooljobs.com/home/applicationguide
Phone inquiries are welcome at (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1378.
Incomplete applications are disqualified. Application materials must clearly demonstrate that applicants meet all minimum requirements for the job. If desired, resumes and other supporting documents may be scanned and attached to supplement a completed application form.
A review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on the evaluation, those whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the District will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Qualified candidates will be provided with more details at the appropriate time.
After an offer of employment, a candidate must submit evidence of freedom from tuberculosis, fingerprint clearance with the Department of Justice, and a pre-employment physical exam (district-paid). The onboarding process includes legally mandated training(s) and reference checks. In addition, pursuant to Senate Bill 848 (SB 848), the District is required to conduct reference checks that include inquiry into whether the applicant has ever been the subject of a credible complaint, investigation, or disciplinary action related to child abuse, sexual misconduct, or sexual harassment.
Statement of Non-discrimination (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973): The Board of Education is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities and services shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), intimidation, and/or bullying based on actual or perceived sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, sexual preference, ancestry, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, physical or mental disability, marital or parental status, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or sexual harassment in any district service, program and/or activity that receives or benefits from state financial assistance. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that unlawful discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. The District will take steps to assure that the lack of English will not be a barrier to admission and participation in district programs. A copy of the District's Uniform Complaint Policy is available by calling (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1457. Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the following personnel:
Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Kelly King, 223 N. Jackson St., (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1209, [email protected]
Section 504 Coordinator: Dr. Narineh Khemichian, 223 North Jackson, (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1500, [email protected]
Title II/ADA: Dr. Kelly King, 223 N. Jackson St., (818) 241-3111, Ext. 1209, [email protected]