Library Aide

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Library Aide
• Date Posted:
  10/30/2026

Job Title:s Library Aide Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal/Librarian
Date Revised:

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary

Purpose:

Assist librarian in the administration of the campus library. Perform routine clerical duties under direct supervision.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to shelve books following district cataloging system

Ability to work well with children

Effective, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

2 year experience working with children

2 year clerical experience

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

* Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.

Postings current as of 11/1/2026 9:51:13 AM CST.