Library Aide

Rowena Johnson Elementary

Sulphur Springs (TX)

On-site

USD 24,000 - 32,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Rowena Johnson Elementary in Sulphur Springs, Texas is seeking a Library Aide to assist the librarian with daily library operations and classroom support. You will help with circulation, materials prep, and supervision of students under guidance from the librarian and teachers.

You will shelve materials, maintain the library catalog, ready resources for classrooms, and support the overall library program in a district-run campus library environment.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Associate’s degree or two years of college coursework may satisfy education requirements.
Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills.
Ability to shelve books per district cataloging system.
Ability to work well with children and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction and assistance to students or small groups in using library resources and equipment.
Check books in and out; collect and record fines.
Prepare materials for classroom or reserve use as requested by teachers.
Request and schedule materials from outside sources including regional ESC.
Prepare bulletin boards and displays; assist in instructional materials.
Read to small groups and listen to students read aloud.
Maintain library catalog; assist in inventory and weeding.
Process new books and equipment; shelve returned items; arrange repairs as needed.
Compile, maintain, and file reports, forms, and routine correspondence.
Supervise students to maintain order and appropriate behavior.

Skills

Keyboarding

File maintenance

Shelving books

Working with children

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Job description

Sulphur Springs Independent School District Rowena Johnson Elementary - Sulphur Springs, Texas Open in Google Maps

Library Aide

This job is also posted in Esc Region 8 Consortium Job Board , and Sulphur Springs ISD

Job Details

Job ID: 5858879

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Library Aide Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal/Librarian Date Revised:

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

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 hold a General Educational Development (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

____ year experience working with children

____ year clerical experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Library Program Support

Provide individual instruction and assistance to individual students or small groups in using library media center resources including computers and other equipment.
Check books in and out. Collect and record fines.
Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.
Request and schedule use of materials from outside sources including regional education service center.
Prepare bulletin boards and displays and assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials.
May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud.

Accounting and Inventory

Maintain library catalog.
Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials.
Receive and process new books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices. Shelve returned books, materials, and equipment.
Perform routine maintenance and repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment. Arrange for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery) as directed.

Clerical Support

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence according to standard procedures.

Student Management

Supervise and monitor students as assigned and assist librarian and teachers to maintain appropriate student behavior and an orderly atmosphere.

Other

Maintain library operation in absence of the librarian.
Assist in directing the work of parent volunteers and student aides.
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

* Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.

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.

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Received by Date

Position Type: Full-Time

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