Educational Assistant, Library; SY

Educational Assistant-Library

Under general supervision, the Educational Assistant-Library assists students using the school library with using resources, locating materials, and checking out materials.

Essential Functions:

• Assists students with mini lessons and story time activities; monitors students using library facilities and materials.
• Checks in and out library materials for students; assists students with locating library materials and using library resources to include computers and reference books.
• Sorts, cleans, and shelves returned library materials; repairs damaged books; weeds library collection by removing damaged materials and updating the library catalog records.
• Maintains the school library collection and media materials; purchases new library materials and enters information into the library catalog; maintains and organizes library inventories; implements library cataloging systems.
• Supervises and proctors standardized testing.
• Monitors students during recess and in the cafeteria as assigned.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations.
• Record maintenance and retention policies and procedures.
• Library policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Library cataloging procedures.
• Learning and teaching styles and methods.

Skill in:

• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy.
• Maintaining accurate library catalogs.
• Working with school-age children.
• Interacting tactfully with District staff and outside agencies.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Operating a computer and related software.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND one (1) year of experience working with school-age children, preferably in a library setting; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

A valid State driver's license may be required.

IVP fingerprint clearance card is required.

Work is performed in a school library. Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer and related software, fax machine, and copy machine.