Library Media Aide: Inspire Reading & Research

IMDiversity; Crofton (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools in Crofton, Maryland, seeks a part-time Library Media Teacher Assistant (0.60 FTE) for Crofton Elementary. The role involves assisting the media specialist with daily operations, shelving, and helping students with library skills.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and an interest in literature, plus experience in a library setting. Collaboration with teachers and supervision of volunteers are key parts of the job.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• To work in a Title I-funded school, 48 college credit hours or a passing score on a paraprofessional assessment issued by ETS or NES, required.
• Previous training and/or experience in a library media center environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the media center organization, shelving materials, and proper shelf order.
• Assists with researching, locating, and printing bibliographic lists for lessons and assignments.
• Supports use of online databases and digital resources in instruction.
• Manages circulation desk and runs periodic usage statistics reports.
• Trains and supervises student or parent volunteers in daily media center operations.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and attractive media center environment.

Skills

Reference work

Independent work

Patience

Love of books

MS Office

Young people

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalency

48 college credit hours or paraprofessional assessment

Tools

Library databases

Library management systems

Job description

Anne Arundel County Public Schools in Crofton, Maryland, seeks a part-time Library Media Teacher Assistant (0.60 FTE) for Crofton Elementary. The role involves assisting the media specialist with daily operations, shelving, and helping students with library skills.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and an interest in literature, plus experience in a library setting. Collaboration with teachers and supervision of volunteers are key parts of the job.