Part-Time Library Media Assistant — Information Literacy

Montgomery County Public Schools; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakelands Park Middle School in Gaithersburg, MD seeks a part-time Media Assistant (4hrs) and Paraeducator Level I (1hr), 5hrs/10mo. The role supports instruction in the media center, assists students with information literacy, and helps manage catalog operations.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED (Associates preferred) and familiarity with basic computer apps. The position pays $23.42–$36.67 per hour and is located on site at Lakelands Park MS.

Qualifications

• HSD or GED required; associates preferred.
• Completion of 30 semester hours or 1 year of instructional experience preferred.
• Experience with basic computer apps (Word, Excel, email) is expected.
• Experience in library/media center environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with information literacy instruction and research skills.
• Support access to library resources and online services.
• Help manage the school library media catalog and daily media center operations.
• Supervise student aides and volunteers when applicable.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Effective communication

Team player

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

30 semester hours of college coursework

Experience with children in instructional settings

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Email

Internet

Job description

Lakelands Park Middle School in Gaithersburg, MD seeks a part-time Media Assistant (4hrs) and Paraeducator Level I (1hr), 5hrs/10mo. The role supports instruction in the media center, assists students with information literacy, and helps manage catalog operations.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED (Associates preferred) and familiarity with basic computer apps. The position pays $23.42–$36.67 per hour and is located on site at Lakelands Park MS.