Instructional Assistant - General Education - Library Assistant

Chesterfield County Public Schools; Virginia; On-site; USD 20,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County Public Schools is seeking a Library Assistant to support the library media program. Responsibilities include processing materials, managing circulation, shelving, repairing books with staff, and helping students and teachers use library tools and databases.

The role supports instructional lessons, prepares materials and reports, and maintains an inviting learning space. Background checks are required; some clerical duties apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of library procedures and filing systems.
• Interest in children's literature.
• Ability to read, alphabetize, file, type and perform basic clerical tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists in processing new and discarded library materials.
• Manages circulation transactions.
• Shelves materials.
• Assists librarian in repairing books.
• Assists students and teachers in locating materials and using library tech.
• Assists in preparation and implementation of programs and lessons.
• Maintains an attractive and organized learning environment.
• Prepares correspondence and reports.

Skills

Library procedures

Filing systems

Children's literature

Clerical tasks

Oral & written communication

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

AV equipment

Office equipment

Computers

Job description

Our outstanding teachers, support staff members and leaders are top-notch educators whom others seek to emulate, and quite simply - we would like for you to consider joining us.

General Description

Provides assistance to the library media specialist for library functions, including assisting with instructional lessons with students, performing routine clerical duties, locating and checking out materials for students and staff and assisting other staff in the performance of similar or related duties. Tasks performed are specific and recurring; work procedures are covered by oral or written instructions.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists in processing new and discarded library materials
• Manages circulation transactions
• Shelves materials
• Assists school librarian in repairing books
• Assists students and teachers in locating materials, and in the use of school library technology and databases
• Assists in preparation and implementation of special programs, inventory and school library lessons
• Assists in maintaining an attractive and organized learning environment
• Prepares correspondence, reports, and other materials as requested
• Performs other duties as assigned

Budgetary Responsibility

N/A

Report Preparation

Provides periodic and ad-hoc reports regarding services.

Equipment Operation

Operates personal computer, basic office equipment and equipment related to education.

Contacts

This position has contact within the school staff, parents and students.

Work Direction/Supervision

This position provides work direction to parent volunteers and student helpers.

Decision Making

Performs majority of work tasks independently. Supervisor is consulted in unusual or complex situations.

Formal Policy-Setting Responsibilities

N/A

Physical Demands

Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to use a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear, understand speech and speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly at normal levels indoors and on the telephone. Physical agility to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk, reach overhead and move up to 50 lbs unassisted.

Work Environment

The employee regularly works in a school library. The employee may be exposed to mold and dust. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Qualifications

Some knowledge of library procedures and filing systems. Some knowledge of and interest in children's literature. Some knowledge of and skill in using audiovisual equipment, office equipment and computers and/or the ability to learn the use of equipment quickly with some training. Demonstrated ability to read, alphabetize, file, type and perform basic clerical tasks and to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, parents and the public. Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Additional Job Requirements

High School diploma, training, or experience sufficient to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

Compensation

$19,557.80 - $35,663.94

Hours Per Day

6

Days Per Year

183

Benefits

Chesterfield County Public Schools offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. Benefit offerings may differ based upon full-time and part-time employee status.

Chesterfield County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.