Library Aide

Reports to: Campus Principal and Librarian

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Compensation Plan: Clerical/Paraprofessional

Pay Grade: 02

Minimum Hourly Rate: $

Duty Days: 187 days per year

Primary Purpose:

Assists librarian in the administration of the campus library; performs routine clerical duties under direct supervision.

Qualifications:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent and ability to pass a rigorous content-oriented exam

or

• Associate degree or 48 semester hours of college credit

Certification

• Current Texas educational aide certificate or ability to obtain 

Experience

• Some experience working with children
• One year clerical experience

Special Knowledge and Skills                                                               

• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Knowledge of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office
• Ability to file books following district cataloging system
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Provides individual instruction and assistance in using library media center resources, including computers and audiovisual equipment.
• Shelves incoming books, materials, and equipment.
• Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.
• Requests and schedules use of materials from regional education service center or other source.
• Prepares bulletin boards and displays and assists the librarian in preparing instructional materials.
• May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud.
• Operates the media center automated circulation system.
• Collects and maintains records of student fines and prepare parent notification as needed.
• Performs routine maintenance on audiovisual equipment.
• Receives and processes books, materials and equipment and reconciles with packing slips and invoices.
• Repairs books, magazines, materials and equipment or process for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery).
• Assists in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials.
• Maintains physical and computerized files, including card catalog, and publisher catalogs.
• Prepares bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions and routine correspondence using personal computer.
• Assists librarian in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
• Supervises students and assists librarian and teachers to maintain student behavior and maintain an orderly atmosphere.
• Performs assigned student monitoring duties.
• Supervises library operation in absence of the librarian.
• Assists with the supervision of parent volunteers and student aides.
• Follows all rules, regulations and policies of the Denton ISD and follows directives from superiors.

Student Management

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other Related Duties:

• Follows district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Participates in professional development, department meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools and 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

Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard library equipment including imaging equipment; standard instructional equipment

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular overhead reaching; climbing ladders; occasional pushing or pulling book cart, audiovisual equipment or computer cart

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds); occasional carrying and lifting of books to stock or restock shelves; weights of single books and files up to 5 pounds; when lifting more than 20 pounds must use two (2) person rule.

Environment: Work inside; work alone; exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as mold and dust; may require occasional district-wide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

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.