Library Assistant - McKinley Elementary School

Young World Physical Education; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

San Diego Unified School District is seeking a Library Assistant at McKinley Elementary School in San Diego, CA. The role supports the instructional program in school libraries and media centers and requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

This part-time, 8-hours-per-week position is paid on the Paraeducator Salary Schedule (Grade 20) with bilingual opportunities and potential for a 5% differential for bilingual skills; starting date is immediate.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with CAPE or higher education is required or desirable.
• Clear representation of education and experience in the application.
• Some positions may require foreign language skills for bilingual duties.

Responsibilities

• Support the instructional program in school libraries/media centers.
• Assist students and staff in library operations and resources.
• Handle routine library tasks and maintain orderly collections.

Skills

Bilingual abilities

Education

High School diploma/GED

AA degree or 48 college units

Job description

Library Assistant - McKinley Elementary School

San Diego Unified School District, McKinley Elementary School, San Diego, California.

This job is also posted in San Diego Unified School District Job Opportunities.

Job Details

Job ID: 5880349

Application Deadline: Aug 25, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The San Diego Unified School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Library Assistant. This opportunity is open to all interested candidates. This list will be good for three months with the possibility to be extended.

OVERVIEW

San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for professionals who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities in which they serve.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.

BASIC FUNCTION

The Library Assistant position will provide assistance to the instructional program in school libraries/media centers.

VACANCY / POSITION SPECIFICS

• Working Location: McKinley Elementary School - 3045 Felton St, San Diego, CA 92104 (Area E ).
• The District covers a large portion of San Diego County. Refer to the District Area Map.
• Work Schedule: 10 months per year / 8 hours per week. This is a part-time opportunity and not eligible for district health and wellness benefits.
• Salary: This position is paid on the Paraeducator Salary Schedule. Grade 20.
• Vacancies requiring the incumbent to be bilingual are noted. Candidates considered for positions that require bilingual skills will be invited to a Performance Test (Qualifying Only) for oral and written fluency. Bilingual positions qualify for a 5% bilingual differential.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

High School diploma/GED and a passing score on the San Diego Unified School District Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam (CAPE) or an Associate’s degree (or higher) or 48 or more eligible units of coursework at a recognized college or university. Completion of post high school courses in Psychology, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or related field is desirable.

NOTE: Your related education and experience must be clearly represented in the work history and education section of your application.

Licenses and Other Requirements

Personal appearance and language patterns will provide a satisfactory example to pupils. Some positions may require conversational and/or written skills in a specific foreign language related to the needs of the assignment.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• Online employment application – A completed online employment application must be submitted/received electronically by the closing date. It must include required attachments, current and previous employment history and education to evaluate your qualifications, and all other requirements identified in the recruitment and application questions.
• Answer all application questions – The application questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.
• Contact information for all previous places of employment – For all previous classified (non-certificated) positions, you must list every school district, county office of education, charter school, and/or state special school with which you have been employed, and provide the HR contact email for each. The District may contact current and former LEAs at any time during the application screening process.
• Contact information for three references – Reference email requests may be sent at any time during the application screening process of this recruitment.
• Attach required documents (PDF format recommended) – Attach Verification of Education, Copies of Licenses and/or Certifications, Note on Foreign Equivalency Certification.
• Additional Documents (Optional) – Cover Letter / Letter of Intent, resume (may be attached), Letters of Recommendation, and any other documents.

Examination Process – The examination process includes an application screening and evaluation based on the applicant's education, work history, and responses to application questions. Only applicants whose application packet demonstrates a combined education and experience which meets the minimum requirements for the position will be considered qualified and advance in the process. Some positions require applicants to pass additional components which may include one or more of the following: a multiple-choice, oral, written, or performance exam specific to the position. NOTE: Most exams are conducted remotely utilizing an online testing platform. For these exams, access to the internet and the use of a camera-ready desktop/laptop with a microphone is required to participate in these processes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you have questions about your application, please email [e-mail].

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San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of a person's actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these characteristics.

Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer Eric Rico: [phone], [e-mail] / Title IX Coordinator Anna Ward: [phone], [e-mail] / 504 Coordinator Eri Nall: [phone], [e-mail]

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $17.83 to $22.22 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Classified Human Resources
• Human Resources Department
• Email: [e-mail]