Library Assistant - Teacher - Part-Time - Missouri City Branch Library - 2 Positions Available - Fort Bend County

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JOB SUMMARY:

To help students in grades 3 through 6 complete homework assignments, prepare for tests, improve study habits, locate library resources, and grow in confidence.  Performs tasks and responsibilities following oral and written instructions.  All work is subject to review for accuracy, correctness and completeness, both during and after execution. Normal supervisor is the branch manager but may be assigned to work under the direction of other staff members.  2 positions are available at the Missouri City Branch Library.

• Assist students with homework assignments and provide academic support in a variety of subjects.
• Help students in the library focus on learning skills, develop good homework and study habits, use appropriate learning strategies, and find resources for completing homework assignments.
• Demonstrate and assist students and parents with the use of homework help database.
• Reinforce learning concepts that are evident in homework assignments.
• Talk with caregivers and parents with homework strategies, study skills, and general academic support.
• Find and/or create handouts and learning materials that reinforce learning concepts when homework is complete.
• Prepare learning environment for students, assuring pens, pencils, paper, and other supplies are readily available.
• Track student attendance, parent participation; brief monthly narrative.

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Education.  (Current students in Education, BA or BS Degree with 75% or more degree completion will be considered. Transcripts are required.)
• 1 year of teaching experience is preferred.
• Keyboarding skills; computer skills involving use of the Internet and database searching.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact easily with students, staff and the public.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift library materials up to 10 pounds.
• Position requires evening hours.

SALARY RANGE:  $25.00 hourly, 12 hours per week, evening hours

DURATION:  Begins August 5, 2024 through May 29, 2025

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling 2 positions

 All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

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