Library Aide I (25-26 school year)

POSITION TITLE: Library Aide I

EXEMPTION STATUS: Non-exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 months, 2025-2026 school year

Primary Purpose

Assist in all areas of the school library to provide an effective learning atmosphere. Provide instructional support services.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

Associate Degree, two years of study (48 college hours) at an institute of higher learning, or meet formal academic assessment

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to work well with children

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational, and interpersonal skills

Proficient computer skills to develop spreadsheets, databases, and perform word processing

Experience

Experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Library Program Support

• Promote literacy and the enjoyment of reading.
• Schedule library classes and equipment use.
• Supply teacher requests for library materials and notify faculty and students of new materials and services.
• Assist patrons in locating and using materials and equipment.
• Assist with orientation, class activities, and reading time.
• Assist users to develop search and retrieval skills to obtain information from selected databases.
• Operate and assist users with various software programs.
• Manage the circulation of all library materials to include library reports, records, inventory, and weeding procedures.
• Operate library automation system and perform startup and shutdown procedures.
• Perform the backup and collection/circulation checks of the automated system.
• Process and assist with the overdue and fine lists, damaged materials, and notices for students; and distribute to appropriate teachers.
• Prepare displays, exhibits, and bulletin boards.
  
  

Student Management

• Assist in supervising students throughout the day, inside and outside the classroom, including: cafeteria, bus, playground, and before/after school duty, as assigned.
  
  

Professional Growth and Development

• Maintain familiarity with the district's curriculum to better serve the needs of students.
• Participate in professional learning activities to improve job-related skills and demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
• Participate in staff meetings and special events as assigned.
  
  

Communication

• Establish and maintain appropriate communication and a professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the district and demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible as set out in the Texas Educator Code of Ethics.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student and district information.
  
  

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard classroom and office equipment including computer and peripherals
• Posture: Prolonged sitting/standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking; frequent repetitive hand motions, keyboarding, use of mouse, wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
• Environment: Work inside and outside; regular exposure to noise; occasional exposure to contagious diseases
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruption