2026-2027 Library Media Assistant - Crittenden Middle School
Newport News Public Schools · Newport News, VA · 4 days ago
EducationFull-time
About the role
Position is responsible for providing assistance to the Media Specialist.
Responsibilities
- Maintains electronic database in the library automation system.
- Assists students and teachers in the use of library materials, including technology.
- Prepares displays, orders, reports, notices, letters, etc. as requested by the School Library Media Specialist.
- Receives periodicals and prepares them for circulation.
- Cares for library materials; including managing book stock according to accepted library practice, shelving materials daily, repairing damaged materials, maintaining bar codes, etc.
- Provides superior customer service to students, teachers, and families.
- Provides clerical support in the main office during periods of high volume or as directed by the building principal.
- Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
- Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal & Media Specialist or other appropriate administrator.
- Provides back-up clerical coverage in the main office as needed.
Requirements
- Completion of a standard high school course of study or any equivalent combination of experience and training including keyboarding and other business courses and computer usage.
- Knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and equipment.
- Knowledge of business English, spelling, and math; telephone etiquette.
- Knowledge of library organization and/or previous experience in library work preferred.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers, administrators, and volunteers.