NES: Library Aide

Newport Elementary School; Crosby (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Elementary School is seeking a Library Aide to manage daily library operations, assist with circulation, shelving, and instructional materials, and support teachers and students in a dynamic campus library environment.

The role involves supervising students, assisting with book fairs and displays, and coordinating with the librarian to deliver instructional activities. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance; able to follow cataloging system.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with students.
• One year experience with children preferred; one year clerical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operations of campus library.
• Shelve books and prepare materials for classroom use.
• Operate circulation system and maintain inventory.
• Supervise students and assist with library programs.
• Assist librarian with displays and book fairs.
• Prepare bulletin boards and instructional materials.
• Read to students and supervise volunteers.

Skills

Keyboarding

File maintenance

Interpersonal skills

Student interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NES: Library Aide

Crosby Indep School District Newport Elementary School - Crosby, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5896113

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Library Aide

Reports to: Principal

Days to Work: 176/10 Months

Pay Grade: C/T:1 ($13.75 - $19.80) (Dependson Years of Experience)

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Dept./School: NewportElementary School

Date Revised: 10/7/19: 05/2020

Report Date: September 04, 2026

In-House applicants must complete the online internal application

All substitutes for Crosby ISD, if applying for a full time job, MUST complete an External Application

Primary Purpose:

Perform day to day operations of campus library. Perform routine clerical duties under direct supervision of the principal.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to file books following district cataloging system

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work well with students

Experience:

One year experience working with children preferred

One year clerical experience preferred

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Library Program Support

Provide individual instruction and assistance in using library media center resources including computers and audiovisual equipment.

Shelve incoming books, materials, and equipment.

Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.

Request and schedule use of materials from regional education service center or other source.

Prepare bulletin boards and displays and assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials.

May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud.

Plan and facilitate book fairs.

Plan and deliver weekly instructional lessons.

Accounting and Inventory

Operate the media center automated circulation system.

Collect and maintain records of student fines and prepare parent notification as needed.

Receive and process books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices.

Repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment or process for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery).

Perform routine maintenance on audiovisual equipment.

Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials.

Collect and distribute CEF grant materials, technology, district instructional materials and any other required resources.

Clerical Support

Maintain physical and computerized files, including card catalog, vertical file materials, and publisher catalogs.

Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence using computer.

Keep administrative records and preparing required reports.

Student Management

Supervise students to maintain student behavior and maintain an orderly atmosphere.

Perform assigned student monitoring duties.

Other

Supervise library operation.

Assist with the supervision of parent volunteers and student aides.

Peform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Computer, printer, copier, Apple TV, projector and iPads.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Work with continuous interruptions. Maintain emotional control under stress. Climbing, stretching; and frequent lifting of books, boxes, and audiovisual equipment.

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending and lifting.

Duties may include inside/outside responsibilities in various weather conditions.

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The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Crosby Independent School District - in compliance with the Title VII, American Disability Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other statutes- seeks to provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status. This policy extends to the employment and all programs and activities conducted by the district. For Further information, Contact the Office of the Superintendent, Crosby Independent School District, 14670 FM 2100 Crosby, Texas 77532.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $13.75 to $19.80 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Donna Fontenot
• PO Box 2009
• Crosby, Texas 775328716
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]