Library Educational Technician III (Job ID #665)

Library Educational Technician III

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Principal and Elementary Librarian, to assist students, and teaching staff with an enriching library/media center environment with a wide range of reading and other educational materials; maintains library collection at school site; develops appropriate programs for students utilizing library resources; and instructs students and others on the proper use of the library resources.

Essential Functions

The Carl J. Lamb Elementary School is currently seeking a Library Educational Technician III. The successful candidate will:

Responsibilities

• Run the circulation desk;
• Check students into and out of the library;
• Plan library experiences for students in conjunction with the District Librarian;
• Use Destiny Library Manager system to maintain library records which include issuing overdue notices, inventory, and updating patron records;
• Maintain discipline and behavior protocols;
• Keep track of library supplies and submits needs to the District Elementary Librarian; and
• Help maintain the physical space.
  
  

Position Type

Full-time

Additional Duties

Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Ed Tech III Certification
• A love of literacy
• Excellent communication skills
• A positive attitude
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Friendly, reliable, customer service oriented, and yet firm while managing students
• Skilled use of computer
• CHRC (fingerprinting)
• No experience required
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
  
  

Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed
• Ability to organize and coordinate work
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work
  
  

Physical And Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Certification/License

• Maine Certified Educational Technician III
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
  
  

Education

Bachelors Degree

Experience

No experience required

FLSA Status: Exempt

The School Committee will review, revise and develop new Ed. Tech job descriptions as necessary, and submit these changes to the Federation for their review prior to approval by the School Committee. Within ninety (90) days of the effective date of the contract, job descriptions shall be made available to all Ed. Techs.