Job Description
Job Title: Library Assistant
Exemption Status: Nonexempt/At-Will
Pay grade: D2
Calendar Days: 187
Reports to: Principal/Librarian
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Primary Purpose: Assist librarian in the administration of the campus library. Perform routine clerical duties under direct supervision including preparation of lessons or activities that reflect accommodations, modifications or strategies based on student need.
Qualifications: Education/Certification: High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Must have 48 college hours that meet ESSA compliance or successful completion of the Region 20 T.O.P. program*
Meet criteria to qualify for TEA Certification as an Educational Aide
Special Knowledge/Skills: Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
Ability to shelve books following district cataloging system
Ability to work well with children
Effective, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience: 1 year experience working with children
1 year clerical experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties: Library Program Support 1. Provide individual instruction and assistance to individual students or small groups in using library media center resources including computers and other equipment.
2. Check books in and out. Collect and record fines.
3. Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.
4. Request and schedule use of materials from outside sources including regional education service center.
5. Prepare bulletin boards and displays and assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials.
6. May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud.
Accounting and Inventory 7. Maintain library catalog.
8. Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials.
9. Receive and process new books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices. Shelve returned books, materials, and equipment.
10. Perform routine maintenance and repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment. Arrange for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery) as directed.
Clerical Support 11. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
12. Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence according to standard procedures.
Student Management 13. Supervise and monitor students as assigned and assist librarian and teachers to maintain appropriate student behavior and an orderly atmosphere.
Other 14. Maintain library operation in absence of the librarian.
15. Assist in directing the work of parent volunteers and student aides.
16. Deliver media equipment to classroom teachers for safety purposes.
17. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
18. Performs other job-related duties as may be assigned by the Campus Principal or designee.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard library equipment including imaging equipment; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Regular sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular overhead reaching; climbing ladders
Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)
Environment: Work inside; work alone; exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as mold and dust
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruption; maintain emotional control under stress
*Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
The Harlandale Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or on any other basis prohibited by law.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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