(.5) Library Media Assistant (Part-time) (2026 - 2027 SY)

About the role

The (.5) Library Media Assistant supports library operations at The Early Childhood Center, reporting to the School Principal.

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance to teachers, students, and other personnel in locating resources for classroom use, assignments, and recreational reading.
• Provides instruction in the use of software.
• Assists with physical inventories to verify the availability of equipment and identify damages or losses.
• Communicates with classroom teachers and district personnel regarding overdue materials.
• Contacts students, parents, staff, etc., to recover delinquent books and materials.
• Distributes requested library books, periodicals, and media equipment.
• Invents a variety of records and/or files to maintain efficient library collection controls.
• Maintains a safe working and learning environment by monitoring student behavior in the library.
• Maintains subscription services to ensure continuous correct service.
• Performs a variety of clerical functions in support of department operations.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance of media and in-library computer equipment (by assignment) to ensure the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. materials catalog, activity logs, memo and transmittal, instruction sheets, purchase orders, correspondence, etc.) to document activities, provide written reference, and/or convey information.
• Processes new and/or returned library books, curriculum materials, periodicals, and/or media (e.g. checking order accuracy, cataloging, storing, shelving, etc.).
• Researches discrepancies between purchase orders and packing slips to ensure that items ordered are received at ordered pricing.
• Researches information to assist teachers and staff in securing appropriate materials.
• Responds to inquiries to provide information and/or direction.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Qualifications

• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience within specialized field with increasing levels of responsibility required.

Pay

Pay for this position is on the Support Salary Scale, Grade 13, $19.51 to $23.97 an hour (Additional factors in calculation, including hours, # of days, etc.).

FLSA Status

This position is classified as non-exempt, meaning it is eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Clearances

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.
• Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols.