Library Aide

Job Title: Library Aide Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Principal/District Librarian Pay Grade:
Dept./School: Florence Middle School Date Revised: 10/08/2024
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*
Knowledge/Skills:
Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
Ability to shelve books following district cataloging system
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work well with students
Experience:
One year of experience working with children
One year of clerical experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Library Program Support

1. Provide individual instruction and assistance to individual students or small groups in using library media center resources including computers and other equipment.
2. Check chrome books and library books in and out. Collect and record fines.
3. Maintain chrome book records and fines. Communicate fees to parents.
4. Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.
5. Request and schedule use of materials from outside sources including regional education service center.
6. Prepare bulletin boards and displays and assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials.
7. May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud.

Accounting and Inventory

1. Maintain library catalog.
2. Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials.
3. Receive and process new books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices. Shelve returned books, materials, and equipment.
4. Perform routine maintenance and repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment. Arrange for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery) as directed.

Clerical Support

1. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
2. Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence according to standard procedures.

Student Management

1. Supervise and monitor students and assist librarians and teachers to maintain appropriate student behavior and an orderly atmosphere.

Other

1. Maintain library operation in absence of the librarian.
2. Assist in directing the work of parent volunteers and students aides.
3. 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 a 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.