Library Aide

Louisville City School District • Louisville, OH

1d

About The Position

Assist with the distribution, utilization, and maintenance of school resources. Process information and materials using computers and designated programs. Assist in operation and minor maintenance of technology equipment. NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two years of higher education; Associate's degree or higher; or passing score on State Parapro Assessment
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Effective active listening skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of media
• Excellent computer skills
• Proficient typing skills
• Knowledge of basic math

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of students
• Organize schedule and the work for volunteers
• Assist students in the use of electronics and special reference materials
• Maintain records for all programs, equipment and resources
• Keep an inventory of media center and technology materials
• Operate media center equipment, e.g projectors, computers, whiteboard, etc.
• Help the Librarian oversee the general operation of the school library
• Complete routine processing of books, magazines, and audio-visual materials
• Maintain procedure for the checkout, return, and reshelving of all library materials
• Assist with the supervision and discipline of students in media center and/or classroom
• Assist students and teachers in the proper selection and utilization of materials
• Issue overdue notices to homerooms and individual students
• Maintain an accurate electronic online catalog
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and community
• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information
• Circulate print and non-print materials
• Promote good public relations
• Work with students both individually and in small groups
• Assist students with programmed materials
• Carry out provided curriculum
• Knowledge of computer skills, emails, and spreadsheets
• Assist in providing loaner Chromebooks to students
• Attend applicable in-service meetings or training
• Prepare purchase orders for library books, magazines, reference materials, and other pertinent items under the direction of the school librarian
• Assist in the instruction of students in the proper use of the library
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment
• Schedule use of equipment and deliver materials
• Compile statistics
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Library/Media Services Director or designee
• Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as responsible citizens

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree