Substitute IL Assistant

York County Library System • York, PA

15d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substitute Instructional Library Assistant works at York Area Regional Charter School (YARCS) on an as needed basis, carrying out the duties of the regularly appointed Instructional Library Assistant. This position requires flexible availability; in some instances, the substitute may be scheduled to work in advance and in other instances, the substitute may be contacted early in the morning to work that day.

Requirements

• Must be a high school graduate.
• Experience using computers is essential.
• Must enjoy working in a multicultural work environment, interacting, and encouraging children to succeed.
• This position requires someone with excellent communication skills and the ability to lead groups of children.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of student records and behaviors.
• The candidate must be reliable, creative, a self-starter and feel comfortable handling a variety of tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working effectively with children is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of library services; experience providing educational programs to elementary school children; or storytelling experience is a plus.
• Understand basic classroom management techniques and can enforce rules when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Implement the daily activities of a school library during the school day, including interacting with teachers and students as directed and maintaining order during the school day.
• Implement programs for children such as storytelling experiences for students enrolled in primary grades and reinforcing library instruction for upper grades.
• Assist students with checking out books; reshelve returned books.
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor or school administration pertaining directly to library services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED