Elementary Librarian

SupportFinity™; Utah; On-site; USD 28,722 - 35,886; Full time

Job summary

SupportFinity™ in Utah is seeking an Elementary Librarian to support the instructional program at an elementary school. The role includes managing library materials, instructing students, and promoting literature.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 16 years old, and possess job-related experience. Starting pay ranges from $20.85 to $26.05 per hour based on level and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Age 16+ required.
• Experience in educational settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and students in resource selection.
• Conduct reading classes and storytelling activities.
• Maintain library inventory and collection.
• Ensure a safe learning environment.

Skills

Resource identification

Instructional program support

Reading promotion activities

Technology use training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hours a day: 7

Lane 10 Contract and Benefits Level I

Lane 12 Contract and Benefits Level II

184 Day Contract

Beginning on: August 11, 2026

Hourly rate: $20.85 - $23.43 Level I, depending on qualifications and experience.

Hourly rate for Level II: $23.19 - $26.05, depending on qualifications and experience.

Contact Information

• Name: Tiffinie Littlefield
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

The role of Elementary Librarian is to provide support to the instructional program at the assigned elementary school, with responsibilities for collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, inventory of library materials and/or textbooks, documenting losses, monitoring procedures, implementing age‑appropriate programs for students, selecting items to support classroom instruction, and instructing students on proper use of library resources.

Media Specialists: Must complete the District's approved course of instruction within 3 years from date of employment and upon completion will receive a Certificate of Completion and salary lane advancement in accordance with the District's salary administration practices.

Essential Functions

• Assists teachers, students and administrators in identifying resource materials for classroom and/or class assignments.
• Conducts classes and/or activities in reading, storytelling, puppet plays, contests, etc., to promote use and enjoyment of literature.
• Creates an inviting, attractive, and pleasing environment to support library objectives.
• Evaluates books and periodicals for retention within the collection, including repairing damage and recommending retirement.
• Maintains a materials inventory and collection of books, hardware/software, media equipment, and instructional materials.
• Manages assigned budget allocation to guide collection development.
• Monitors student activities in the Library Media Center to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Operates media production equipment and systems to provide media production services.
• Orders supplies and equipment, including subscriptions and AV materials, to support instruction and collection development.
• Oversees volunteers and aides, providing orientation, training, and ensuring assignments are completed efficiently.
• Participates in unit meetings, in‑service training, workshops to exchange necessary information.
• Performs routine maintenance and operating checks on media equipment to ensure availability.
• Performs circulation activities such as check‑in/check‑out, circulation counts, overdue item lists.
• Prepares manual and electronic documents and reports, including collection statistics, schedules, renewal information, fines, costs.
• Processes library books, periodicals, software, and media materials through barcoding, shelving, and reporting.
• Processes new student accounts and handles notices of missing, damaged, or overdue items, securing reimbursement for losses.
• Provides student enrichment experiences to encourage reading.
• Repairs books and materials to ensure availability and longevity.
• Researches instructional materials and sources for student classroom assignments.
• Responds to inquiries from students, staff, parents regarding availability, reference, and overdue fines.
• Trains students and teachers in effective technology use to enhance information retrieval.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient functioning of the work unit.

Requirements

• Age 16+
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Job‑related experience is required