Elementary Library Media Assistant

Position Type:
Support Staff/Library Media Assistant

Date Posted:
6/8/2026

Location:
Three Creeks Elementary School

Date Available:
August 2026
TITLE: Elementary Library Media Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior experience working with elementary-aged students preferred. Strong oral and written communication skills required. The preferred candidate demonstrates a love of literacy, reading, and working with children.

ABILITY TO:

• Use electronic library inventory systems, email, Google Workspace, and other office software or systems.
• Organize and manage time in a structured elementary learning environment.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Foster a welcoming, positive, and organized library atmosphere for young learners.
• Demonstrate patience, flexibility, and respect for student and colleague diversity.

CLASSIFICATION:
Part-Time, 185-Day Support Staff Position. Pay is hourly based on the Library Media Assistant schedule.

JOB GOAL:
To support the daily operation of the elementary library/media center by assisting students and staff, maintaining organization of library materials, and providing a welcoming environment that encourages reading and learning.

REPORTS TO: Principal / Designee

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the daily operation of the elementary library/media center.
• Supervise and assist students utilizing the library/media center.
• Manage circulation desk functions, including check-in/check-out procedures.
• Shelve books and materials accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain the physical appearance, organization, and cleanliness of the library/media center.
• Assist students and staff in locating books and materials.
• Greet and assist students, staff, families, and visitors in person, by phone, and through email communication.
• Monitor student behavior in the library and reinforce school expectations.
• Track overdue materials and coordinate notices and fees with the bookkeeper as necessary.
• Assist with inventory and processing of library materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on support staff evaluation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.

• Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the library and school environment.
• Frequently lift, carry, and move library materials, instructional resources, and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally move materials or equipment weighing up to 40 pounds with or without assistance.
• Operate computers, office equipment, and library/media equipment.
• Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through written communication.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

ATTENDANCE:

Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position.