Library Paraprofessional & Learning Support Aide

Liberty Elementary; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Elementary in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Paraprofessional - Library to support the school library from August through May when students are in session. Starting rate is $19.10 per hour, with a 6.5-hour workday and full-time status.

Responsibilities include managing circulation, assisting staff and students with digital resources, and helping with displays, inventories, and repairs as needed. Experience in a school or public library is helpful; associate degree or 48 hours qualifies.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 48 semester hours (or 72 quarter hours) at a higher learning institution.
• Regular, punctual attendance is essential.
• Ability to shelve items in Dewey and alphabetical order with high accuracy.
• Knowledge of digital resources and library databases; assist staff and students.
• Previous experience in a school or public library helpful.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and follow oral/written directions.
• Above-average prior work record is necessary.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware, software and network issues.
• Interact with students and staff in a courteous, professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Manages the distribution of resources through the online circulation system and prints barcodes.
• Prepares bibliographies and reports using digital and print resources.
• Removes materials for librarian review according to protocols.
• Downloads or duplicates media as requested within copyright guidelines.
• Reconcile purchase orders and invoices to ensure delivery of new materials.
• Check new materials in through circulation system to ensure catalog records match.
• Jacket, barcode, stamp and add items to records as needed.
• Assist with marketing of the school library through engaging displays and flyers.
• Assist students and staff in locating information in print and digital resources.
• Assist students in using digital tools such as citation generators, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Check out materials and equipment to students and staff.
• Check in and shelve materials accurately and quickly.
• Examine returned materials for need of repair.
• Gather and send materials to teachers upon request.
• Assist in supervision of students in the library.
• Adhere to library policies regarding privacy and access of resources.
• Demonstrate appropriate communication skills and work as a team.
• Assist in inventory of materials and equipment.
• Prepare records of discarded materials and box materials for pick-up.
• Repair books and other printed materials; perform small repairs on audiovisual equipment and computers.

Skills

Punctual attendance

Shelf accuracy

Digital resources

Supervision-free work

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree or 48 semester hours

Proven ability to assist in instruction

Job description

Liberty Elementary in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Paraprofessional - Library to support the school library from August through May when students are in session. Starting rate is $19.10 per hour, with a 6.5-hour workday and full-time status.

Responsibilities include managing circulation, assisting staff and students with digital resources, and helping with displays, inventories, and repairs as needed. Experience in a school or public library is helpful; associate degree or 48 hours qualifies.