Educational Aide, Secondary Library Technician

Sylvania; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance contributions

Local and sick leave days

Job summary

A local educational institution in Fredericksburg is looking for a Library Assistant to support the administration of the library. Responsibilities include assisting students in using library resources, managing book inventory, and clerical duties. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and experience in a library or educational setting. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities to interact with students and contribute to their learning experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience working with children.
• 1 year of clerical experience.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

Responsibilities

• Assist librarian in providing instructional support.
• Check books in and out and manage fines.
• Maintain library catalog and assist in inventory.

Skills

Proficient keyboarding skills

Ability to shelve books

Effective organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of study

Tools

Standard office equipment

Library equipment

Job description

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 GED certificate.
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills.
• Ability to shelve books following district cataloging system.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Effective, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience

• 1 year experience working with children.
• 1 year 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 books in and out. Collect and record fines.
3. Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.
4. Request and schedule use of materials from outside sources including regional education service center.
5. Prepare bulletin boards and displays and assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials.
6. 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 as assigned and assist librarian 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 student 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 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.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Work days: 180

FISD pays $365 towards TRS Health Insurance

You can earn up to five local days and five sick leave days

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or another legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

In accordance with Title IX, the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex and is required not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX may be referred to the district’s Title IX coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, or both.Inquiries about the application of Title IX to employment should be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, (FISD Superintendent, 110 W Travis St, 830-997-9551).