Library Aide

Pittsburg High School - PHS; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsburg High School - PHS is seeking a Library Aide to assist the Library Media Specialist and support the instructional program. The role requires ensuring daily preparation of the Library Media Center, shelving materials, and maintaining orderly operations in a school setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and relevant computer skills, including Google Office Suite, with prior experience supervising groups of students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of post secondary education or training preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including spreadsheet software and Google Office Suite.
• Experience in working with and supervising groups of children.
• Familiar with using a library.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the Library Media Center for services daily with needed supplies.
• Shelving, straightening, and shelf reading of library materials.
• Maintain the library's appearance and cleanliness.
• Set up displays and create bulletin boards.
• Process new library materials for circulation.

Skills

Google Office Suite

Group supervision

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of post secondary education or training preferred

Job description

Library Aide

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Job Details

Job ID: 5945433

Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position open for 2026-2027School Calendar

Library Aide is a paraprofessional who assists the Library Media Specialist by performing clerical tasks and supporting the instructional program.

Reports to: Building Principal and Library Media Specialist

Pay Rate: $14.25 per hour

Terms of Employment: School year term

Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of post secondary education or training preferred.

Experience:

• Strong computer skills, including spreadsheet computer software and Google Office Suite.
• Experience in working with and supervising groups of children.
• Familiar with using a library.

General Expectations:

• Stay abreast of current young adult reading trends and is knowledgeable of the library’s holdings.
• Enjoy working with high school students.
• Prepare the Library Media Center for services on a daily basis with needed supplies.
• Responsible for shelving, straightening, and shelf reading of library materials.
• Maintain the physical appearance and cleanliness of the library.
• Set up displays; create bulletin boards.
• Pull library materials which need to be mended, discarded and/or replaced.
• Process new library materials received for circulation.
• Perform a variety of clerical and computer-related tasks as assigned.
• Maintain the centralized, computerized school library catalog system.
• Sort returned materials by location of library to which assigned.
• Fulfill interlibrary loan requests.
• Check to see if returned materials are overdue or are on reserve; send timely notices to patrons.
• Examine returned materials for obvious damage.
• Collect and record all library fines.
• Record receipt of payment for lost or damaged materials.
• Create purchase orders for materials and supplies.
• Assist in training student aides in circulation procedures and other work routines.
• Maintain attendance records of students who are assigned to the library for supervision.
• Tutor students in computer use and library procedures; provide information and answer questions; may oversee use of photocopying equipment.
• Process new students by adding them to all appropriate software programs.
• Perform reliably, dependably with a good record of attendance, punctuality, flexibility and time management.
• Develop job-related abilities, skills and knowledge.
• Ability to perform responsibilities without necessity of close supervision.
• Maintain a generally positive attitude.
• Create a friendly, approachable atmosphere and environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the School Library Media Specialist.

Functions and Responsibilities:

Universal USD 250 Classified Standards:

• Support the philosophy and mission of USD 250 and the value of education.
• Comply with the privacy rights of students.

• Safeguard confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Communicate pleasantly and effectively with all the members of the school district and community.
• Provide excellence in customer service both internally and externally.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
• Ensure that all activities conform to district, state, and federal guidelines.
• React to change positively and productively.
• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.25 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kris Crotts , Principal
• Pittsburg High School - PHS
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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