Library Assistant - Sunrise Elementary

About the role

The Library Aide position at Sunrise Elementary School supports the instructional program by providing essential support to the library collections, resource identification, and clerical functions.

Responsibilities

• Aid teachers, students, and administrators in identifying resource materials for classroom and assignment use.
• Communicate with the Library Media Specialist (LMS) regarding ordering needs to ensure the availability of necessary supplies and equipment.
• Evaluate library materials with the LMS to maintain the collection, including repairing and recommending the retirement of books and periodicals.
• Teach students research techniques, use of resources, and provide lessons on book clubs and makerspaces to enhance academic success through library media and STEAM skills.
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of library books, hardware/software, media equipment, and instructional materials.
• Supervise students to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Use various media equipment and applications to support instructional and library activities.
• Manage item check-in/check-out, prepare circulation counts, and handle inter-library loan requests.
• Create and maintain manual and electronic documents and reports such as collection statistics, scheduling, renewal information, and overdue lists.
• Process library materials, including barcoding and shelving.
• Offer minor troubleshooting and technology support for library services and student devices.
• Ensure the availability of books and library materials by repairing as needed.
• Develop displays and signage to highlight library resources and facilitate access.
• Attend unit meetings, in-service training, and workshops to stay informed and improve job performance.
• Follow school policies and procedures.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned to support the effective operation of the work unit.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Operate standard office equipment and use pertinent software applications. Prepare and maintain accurate records. Basic math skills, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios. Understanding of library practices and computer/internet operations. Ability to schedule activities, meetings, and events. Work flexibly with a wide variety of individuals. Utilize various job-related equipment. Establish effective working relationships. Solve problems and manage interruptions effectively. Work under direct supervision using standardized routines. Lead, guide, and coordinate others. Operate within a defined budget. Utilize resources from other work units as needed. Have a continual impact on the organization’s services. Perform other duties as assigned.
• Skills: Operate standard office equipment and use pertinent software applications. Prepare and maintain accurate records. Basic math skills, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios. Understanding of library practices and computer/internet operations. Ability to schedule activities, meetings, and events. Work flexibly with a wide variety of individuals. Utilize various job-related equipment. Establish effective working relationships. Solve problems and manage interruptions effectively.
• Abilities: Schedule activities, meetings, and events. Work flexibly with a wide variety of individuals. Utilize various job-related equipment. Establish effective working relationships. Solve problems and manage interruptions effectively.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Targeted job-related education with study in job-related area.
• Certificates and Licenses: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.

Benefits

Continuing education/training opportunities are available as required.

Pay

Salary grade SI.

Schedule

7.5 - 8 hours a day following the school calendar.