Resource Center Aide - Part Time - Zaharis Elementary School

Zaharis Elementary; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Zaharis Elementary School in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a part-time Resource Center Aide to support the media center operations. The role focuses on helping the resource center specialist, assisting students and teachers with materials, and handling circulation and clerical tasks.

This position requires dependable attendance and the ability to work in a school environment. As a part-time role, it offers 19 hours per week with a base hourly rate of $16.56, and performance pay is available annually.

Qualifications

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise to know and support every student.
• Computer proficiency with basic software (Word, Excel).
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Organize and prioritize workload with interruptions and minimal supervision.
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, parents, and district staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist resource center specialist in the daily operation of the media center.
• Assist students and teachers in the selection of materials.
• Assist in circulation tasks (checking in/out of books and materials).
• Perform general clerical tasks and repairs of books/materials.
• Maintain regular and on-time attendance.
• Perform other related duties to ensure efficient functioning of the work unit.
• Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment.

Education

High School education or equivalent

Job description

Resource Center Aide - Part Time - Zaharis Elementary School

Mesa USD 4 Zaharis Elementary - Mesa, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5907938

Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 28, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 7, 2026

Employment Type: Part-time (19 hours per week)

Base Hourly: $16.56

Class/Calendar: A11, 9.25 months

Benefits: None

Performance Pay: Available annually

New Hire Experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to aten-year maximum

New Hire Education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Description

Job Summary:

To assist the resource center specialist in the organization and maintenance of the media center to ensure the effective and efficient functioning of services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.
• Assist resource center specialist in the daily operation of the media center
• Assist students and teachers in the selection of materials
• Assist in circulation tasks (checking in/out of books and materials, etc)
• Perform general clerical tasks and repairs of books and materials
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

• High School education or equivalent

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
• Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc)
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload while working with frequent interruptions and minimum supervision
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with students, teachers, parents and district personnel

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Inside a school library or resource center, which may include classrooms or computer labs
• Frequent contact with students, teachers, and other school stuff
• Generally quiet, but may be louder during student visits or group activities
• Ability to move around the library frequently; walking and standing for extended periods
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, and kneeling to shelve or retrieve books
• May need to lift and carry boxes of books or supplies (typically up to 25-40 pounds)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $16.56 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required