Library Media Technician

Garden Grove Unified School District•Garden Grove, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Persons in these positions normally work 1.7 to 3.5 hours per day during school session. Under direction of a school principal or other certificated employee, implements and oversees the clerical operation and maintenance of a school library and provides a welcoming environment for students; assists students in locating and selecting books; uses an automated library management system to process and maintain books and instructional media materials, primarily at the elementary level; and performs related work as required.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent diploma and some experience in the operation of a library or office.
Experience working with elementary aged students is highly desirable.
Experience in using a computerized library management system is highly desirable.
Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.
All candidates must meet the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirement for this position. This can be met one of three ways: (1) Possession of an associate's degree or higher; (2) completion of 48 full semester units earned at an accredited college or university; (3) having a High School diploma or GED equivalent and taking and passing the ESSA exam.
Knowledge of library practices and techniques.
Knowledge of standard library reference sources.
Knowledge of basic computer operation and related software.
Knowledge of basic principles of the Dewey Decimal System.
Knowledge of correct labeling and shelving processes for fiction and nonfiction books and materials.
Knowledge of library inventory principles and practices in an automated environment.
Ability to learn and manage an automated school library with a moderate level of independence.
Ability to assist students in selecting appropriate books for their level of achievement.
Ability to assist students in the use of library resources and references.
Ability to train and supervise student and adult volunteers.
Ability to learn and apply library rules, regulations, and policies.
Ability to provide a welcoming environment for students to develop an appreciation for literature and reading.
Ability to work cooperatively with students and staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with elementary aged students is highly desirable.
Experience in using a computerized library management system is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Assists students or teachers in locating and selecting books and using reference materials in a computerized library system.
Processes new books by entering data into an automated library management system, files catalog cards in manual systems, labels books according to designated reading levels, issues overdue notices.
Creates and updates bulletin board and other seasonal theme displays to emphasize new books and book jackets relative to current curriculum and calendar.
Contacts teachers and arranges schedule for classes to visit the library, with assistance from the principal.
Reads stories to students, as requested by teachers.
Trains and supervises student and adult volunteers who issue, shelve, label, and repair books and otherwise assist in operating the library, primarily on an automated library management system.
Maintains an ongoing inventory of books, weeding and discarding worn or unused books.
Assists in ordering library books and supplies.
Maintains library in a neat and orderly condition.