Library Assistant; Vanguard Job Mesquite area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Library Assistant (Vanguard)
Position Type:
Paraprofessional - Campus/Instructional Assistant

Date Posted:
5/26/2026

Location:
Vanguard High School
Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans

Instructional Support Compensation Plan

Pay Grade: 2
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Principal/Campus Librarian

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To provide assistance in all areas of library operations and student device management in order to facilitate the highest possible functioning of the library including a use of technology and interaction with students and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma/GED
Texas Educational Aide Certificate

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Basic computer and keyboarding skills
Knowledge of Google Apps is preferred
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to multitask
Ability to follow complex directions
Ability to learn new technologies/ software platforms quickly
Ability to interact with students and teachers effectively
Ability to complete work without direct supervision.

EXPERIENCE:

Familiarity with library functions preferred
Experience providing basic technology assistance to end users preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Manage circulation of library materials
Manage circulation of student and teacher devices under leadership of Librarian & AP
Assist with collection maintenance, including shelving library materials and storage of student devices
Identify problems, troubleshoot and resolve routine problems with student and teacher devices
Manage device work order process to efficiently maintain working student and teacher devices
Assist with training and supervising student library workers
Manage interlibrary loans to other MISD libraries
Run library management system reports
Track library statistics
Assist with library and technology inventory
Assist with library programs and special events
Assist students/staff in use of the library materials and technology devices
Maintain a welcoming, friendly, and helpful atmosphere
Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist librarian in supervising student workers, as needed

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:

Reading documents written in standard English text
Writing grammatically correct routine business correspondence
Speaking clearly and distinctly with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds to explain library and technology policies and procedures
Performing basic mathematical operations to compile library statistics
Perform work tasks under the stress of frequent interruptions and/or distractions.

Physical demands/environmental factors:

Pushing/pulling book or technology carts on wheels up to 90 lbs.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion
Some bending, stooping and/or crouching
Moderate noise level in the work environment.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.