Library Educational Assistant

West Ottawa Public Schools; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Library Media Assistant to support the library services at North Holland Elementary School. This part-time position offers the opportunity to engage with elementary school students, fostering their love for reading and assisting with various library functions. You will work closely with the librarian and principal, taking on responsibilities such as organizing the library space, managing book inventories, and supporting literacy initiatives. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about education, this role is perfect for you to make a positive impact in the lives of young learners.

Qualifications

• Experience in library organization preferred.
• Must be highly organized and work well with students.

Responsibilities

• Provide library and clerical services under librarian's supervision.
• Support literacy goals through read-alouds and themed displays.
• Organize and maintain library space, check in/out books.

Skills

Library Organization

Detail-Oriented

Organizational Skills

Working with Elementary Students

Job description

Position Type:

Support Staff/ Library Media Assistant

Date Posted:

1/14/2025

Location:

North Holland Elementary School

Date Available:

Immediately

Notice of Support Staff Posting

Position: Library Educational Assistant Posting # 3621

North Holland Elementary School

Posting Dates: January 14, 2025 – Until Filled

Reports To: Principal

Beginning: Immediately

Hours: 15 hours per week
Tuesday and Friday
7.5 hours a day
School-Year/Part-Time

Qualifications:

• Experience in library organization preferred
• Must be highly organized, detail-oriented and work well with elementary school students

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide library and clerical services for elementary school students and staff under the direction and supervision of the librarian and principal
• Work independently on daily tasks and larger library projects
• Support the joy of reading and district literacy goals through read-alouds, reader's advisory, and themed displays
• Organizing and maintaining the library space
• Checking in, checking out, and shelving books
• Repairing books
• Weeding books
• Inventory

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels.
• Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• The worker is subject to environmental conditions.
• The worker should provide consistent and reliable attendance.