Elementary Library Aide

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Library Program Support

* Provide individual instruction and assistance to individual students or small groups in using library media center resources including computers and other equipment.

* Check books in and out. Collect and record fines.

* Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.

* Request and schedule use of materials from outside sources including regional education service center.

* Prepare bulletin boards and displays and assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials.

* May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud.

Accounting and Inventory

* Maintain library catalog.

* Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials.

* Receive and process new books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices. Shelve returned books, materials, and equipment.

* Perform routine maintenance and repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment. Arrange for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery) as directed.

Clerical Support

* Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.

* Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence according to standard procedures.

Student Management

* Supervise and monitor students as assigned and assist librarian and teachers to maintain appropriate student behavior and an orderly atmosphere.

Other

* Maintain library operation in absence of the librarian.

* Assist in directing the work of parent volunteers and student aides.

* Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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