Library Aide - Elementary

Rio Hondo Independent School District; Rio Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack in Texas seeks a Library/Media Center Assistant to support daily operations, help students and staff access reading materials, and maintain an organized collection.

The role involves cataloging items, coordinating with teachers on new acquisitions, and encouraging parental involvement in student literacy while pursuing professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 48 college hours preferred.
• Texas Educational Aide Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to work well with children in a school setting.
• Familiarity with general office equipment and basic A/V tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate the media center and support daily library operations.
• Evaluate, select, requisition books and supplies; maintain inventory records.
• Assist students in using standardized test information for educational planning.
• Coordinate with staff on selecting instructional materials and inform about new acquisitions.
• Provide research assistance to students and teachers as needed.
• Maintain a cataloging system for media center materials and assist users.

Skills

Ability to work well with children

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High School Diploma / GED (48 College Hours Preferred)

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Job description

• Date Posted:
  10/6/2026

Primary Purpose:

Under the general supervision of the Principal, to assist students, and teaching staff with an enriching library/media center environment with a wide range of reading and other educational materials; maintains library collection at school site; develops appropriate programs for students utilizing library resources; and instructs students and others on the proper use of the library resources.

Essential Functions

• Operatesthe media center.
• Evaluates, selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Assists students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, and works with students in developing education and occupation plans consistent with such evaluation.
• Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to assist in the selection of books and other instructional materials; keeps students and teaching staff informed regarding new acquisitions for use in the media center.
• Serves as ready resource to students to provide research assistance.
• Maintains a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloguing all media center materials; assists students and teachers with the use of the system.
• Coordinates system of lending library material to students and teachers.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma / GED ( 48 College Hours Preferred)
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate or must be willing to obtain a Texas Educational Aide Certificate.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:

• One year experience in working in an educational environment preferred.