Elementary Library Media Assistant

• Manage circulation desk functions, including check-in/check-out procedures.

Elementary Library Media Assistant

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.

• 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.

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

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.

Principal / Designee

• 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.

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

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 and punctuality are essential functions of this position.