Library Technician - Polton Elementary

Cherry Creek • Aurora, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: Prepare visual aids for classroom use. Assist librarian with maintaining database. Help students with locating appropriate materials and checking out/in books. Maintain media equipment. Work with small groups of students to reinforce instruction. Perform various clerical tasks. Depending on the site, reports to the Library Technician or Librarian.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No experience required.
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Basic knowledge of media equipment.
• Intermediate English language skills.
• Intermediate oral and written communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal relations skills.
• Advanced organizational skills.
• Ability to work alone and with others.
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to work one-on-one and in small groups with students.
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required for hire.
• Candidate selected for hire must provide proof of Title I Qualified status to Human Resources within 60 working days from hire. Documentation Options: Copy College transcripts showing at least 48 hours of earned credit (unofficial or official) or proof of an Associate’s Degree or ParaPro Assessment - need to provide a copy of passing scores or WorkKeys Test - need to provide a copy of passing scores

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree.
• Experience working in a school district or educational setting.
• Experience working with school age children.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic curriculum support by preparing media center displays, bulletin boards, charts, and other visual aids for classroom use.
• Schedule media equipment usage, repair, inventory, maintenance, and ordering of related supplies for classroom use.
• Maintain media center books, periodicals, and database collections, including taking inventory, checking-out/in media materials, overdue notices, book orders, book repairs, interlibrary loan requests, vertical file materials, and other circulation desk responsibilities.
• Assist students with curriculum reinforcement to both individuals and small groups to ensure mastering of computers, research, and reports.
• Assist with supervision of students and parent volunteers in the media center.
• Perform basic clerical work such as typing, stapling, filing, duplicating, and taking inventory.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees