Rochester-Library Technician

Sylvania; Rochester (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester School District is seeking a Library Assistant to organize and maintain instructional materials and AV resources, assist teachers and students, and manage the library environment. The position requires Dewey Decimal knowledge, strong communication, and collaborative teamwork within a school setting.

Responsibilities include processing materials, cataloging, teaching library skills, coordinating with ESD 113, and supporting testing and attendance initiatives; fingerprint clearances are

Qualifications

• 72 college quarter credits and/or an A.A. degree or equivalent, or completion of the ETS Test.
• Interest in children and education.
• Knowledge of modern library operations and automation systems.
• Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System.
• Ability to work with students and present a coherent library skills instructional program.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Ability to communicate professionally, both orally and in writing.
• Emotional maturity and stability for the specialized work involved.
• Ability to create reports and manipulate data in Skyward (Qmlativ).
• Computer literate; willing and able to learn new software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite and related tools.
• Familiar with web page management software.
• Knowledge of various student and office hardware and A.V. equipment.
• Successful Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain an instructional material/A.V. center.
• Assist teachers and students in obtaining needed materials for study or research.
• Effectively manage students in the library environment.
• Organize, maintain and monitor audio visual materials.
• Order library and audio visual materials as needed.
• Process and organize materials in the library.
• Operate computer software databases.
• Prepare and present lessons to groups dealing with library skills, technology use and academic intervention.
• Track materials checked out and return them to the proper area.
• Organize and train library volunteers.
• Repair books and materials.
• Manage the curriculum inventory.
• Participate in staff development activities.
• Coordinate with ESD 113 to obtain and return learning materials.
• Supervise large and small classes.
• Provide a cheerful library and hall showcases.
• Assist the principal in maintaining accurate records of student intervention programs.
• Support In-School Suspension (PACE) program.
• Manage school Chromebook distribution/support/return while maintaining accurate records.
• Assist with state and local testing.
• Support school-wide attendance and intervention initiatives.
• Performs other reasonable duties as assigned.

Skills

Dewey Decimal System

Library operations awareness

Student interaction

Teamwork

Written communication

Oral communication

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Google Workspace

Web page management

A.V. equipment

Skyward/Qmlativ data reporting

Computer literacy

Education

72 college quarter credits / A.A. degree

ETS test completion

Tools

Skyward (Qmlativ)

Job description

Required Attachments:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Hours are 7.0 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Work year shall be concurrent with the adopted school calendar with an additional five (5) days assigned before and/or after the school year

The position description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Seventy-two (72) college quarter credits and/or A.A required and/or completion of the ETS Test.
• Demonstrates interest in children and education.
• Knowledge of modern library operations and automation systems.
• Knowledge of Dewey Decimal System of Classification.
• Able to work with students and present a coherent library skills instructional program.
• Demonstrates ability to work within a team environment.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing.
• Evidence of emotional maturity and stability necessary for the specialized work involved.
• Demonstrates ability to create reports and manipulate data in Skyward (Qmlativ)
• Computer literate, willing and able to learn new software programs.
• Demonstrates ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite and other presentation and reporting software.
• Familiar with web page management software
• Knowledge of a variety of student and office hardware and A.V. equipment.
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize and maintain an instructional material/A.V. center.
• Assist teachers and students in getting necessary materials for study or research.
• Effectively manage students in the library environment.
• Organize, maintain and monitor audio visual materials.
• Order library and audio visual materials as needed.
• Process and organize materials in the library.
• Operate computer software databases.
• Prepare and present lessons to groups of students dealing with library skills, technology use and academic intervention.
• Track materials checked out and return them to the proper area.
• Organize and train library volunteers.
• Repair books and materials.
• Manage the curriculum inventory.
• Participate in staff development activities.
• Coordinate with ESD 113 to obtain and return learning materials.
• Supervise large and small classes.
• Provide a cheerful library and hall showcases.
• Assist the principal in maintaining accurate records of student intervention programs.
• Supports In-School Suspension (PACE) program.
• Manages school Chromebook distribution/support/return while maintaining accurate records.
• Assists with state and local testing.
• Supports school-wide attendance and intervention initiatives.
• Performs other reasonable duties as assigned.

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, as administered by the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Final benefit eligibility to be determined at time of hire. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees), as well as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program. Employees will receive sick leave, personal leave and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rochester School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identify, disability, the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Justin Black [phone], [e-mail]; Title IX Coordinator: Kelsey Lincoln [phone], [e-mail]; 504/ADA Coordinator: Laura Staley (360) 273-556, [e-mail]. Address: 10140 Highway 12 SW, Rochester, WA 98579.