School Library Assistant

Essential Functions

• Maintains the library and all materials that are checked out to students and teachers on the campus.
• Hosts elementary school classes weekly to allow students to check out library books.
• Maintains the library catalog for the assigned campus.
• Hosts book fairs each year. This includes organizing volunteers and teachers during this time.
• Aids teachers in finding books that could be used in the classrooms.
• Aids with verifying new curriculum has been received and cataloged as appropriate.
• Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Participates in in-service training programs as assigned.
• Alerts the regular teacher to any problem or special information about an individual student.
• May assist staff and students in use of educational computer programs.
• Manages textbook check out and in each year.
• Affords fines and distributes late notices as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to positively interact with all students.
• Create a safe learning environment that is conducive to learning.
• Good communication skills with, students, coworkers, administration and parents.
• Ability to collaborate with school staff.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance.
• Plan and manage multiple tasks in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Background Checks

• The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.
• AZ Employees - Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at all times.

Physical And Travel Requirements / Work Environment

• Duties are performed typically in school and/or office settings throughout the division.
• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting up to approximately 25 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required.
• Must have the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; and the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Benefits

• Industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses and paid time-off.
• Care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, discounted onsite childcare and student enrollment priority.
• Invest in your future with retirement plans and enhance your growth with promotion opportunities, training, mentoring, and tuition reimbursement.