Library Aide Jobs

Assist librarian in the administration of the campus library. Perform routine clerical duties under direct supervision.

Technology Literacy Desktop Publishing, E-mail, Spreadsheets, Word Processing, Internet, PowerPoint, Audio/Visual Equipment Technician

Additional Job Information

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning

Special Knowledge/Skills

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to shelve books following district cataloging system

Ability to work well with children

Effective, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work with computer applications such as Google Apps for Education/Docs/Sheets/Slides

Ability to troubleshoot minor Chromebook issues/connectivity/logins

Experience

1 year experience working with children

2 year clerical experience

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Library Program Support

• Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.
• Prepare displays and assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials.
• Check books in and out. Collect and record fines.
• Provide individual instruction and assistance to individual students or small groups in using library media center resources including computers and other equipment.

Accounting and Inventory

• Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment.
• Maintain library catalog.
• Receive and process new books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices. Shelve returned books, materials, and equipment.

Clerical Support

• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Maintain library equipment (laminators, printer, and copier).
• Prepare work order, forms, and routine correspondence according to standard procedures.
• Assist in the distribution/collection of Chromebooks at the beginning and end of the year.

Student Management

• Supervise and monitor students as assigned and assist librarian and teachers to maintain appropriate student behavior and an orderly atmosphere.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Assist in directing the work of parent volunteers and student aides.
• Maintain library operation in absence of the librarian.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard library equipment including imaging equipment; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Regular sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular overhead reaching; climbing ladders

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15?44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside; work alone; exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as mold and dust

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruption; maintain emotional control under stress