What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Aide position at PEREZ ELEMENTARY?
Assist librarian in the administration of the campus library. Perform routine clerical duties under direct supervision.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Associate’s degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act
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
Experience working with children
Clerical experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Library Program Support
Provide individual instruction and assistance to individual students or small groups in using library media center resources including computers and other equipment.
Check books in and out. Collect and record fines.
Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.
Request and schedule use of materials from outside sources including regional education service center.
Prepare bulletin boards and displays and assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials.
May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud.
Accounting and Inventory
Maintain library catalog.
Receive and process new books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices. Shelve returned books, materials, and equipment.
Perform routine maintenance and repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment. Arrange for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery) as directed.
Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials.
Clerical Support
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence according to standard procedures.
Student Management
Supervise and monitor students as assigned and assist librarian and teachers to maintain appropriate student behavior and an orderly atmosphere.
Other
Maintain library operation in absence of the librarian.
Assist in directing the work of parent volunteers and student aides.
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
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Salary : $21,799 - $26,576