School Library Assistant: Circulation & Learning Support

Peoria Unified School District; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Peoria Unified School District seeks a Library Assistant at Coyote Hills Elementary in Peoria, AZ. This role provides clerical support and helps supervise students under the Library Paraprofessional, maintaining inventories and assisting with circulation.

The Library Assistant handles processing of books, catalog entries, and minor repairs while supporting classroom activities and research. This position requires a high school diploma and background checks.

Qualifications

• It requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of college or test-based equivalence.
• Knowledge of library operations, cataloging and circulation processes is preferred.
• Ability to pass background and fingerprint checks as required by the district.

Responsibilities

• Assist library staff with supervision and instruction of students within curriculum goals.
• Process checkouts/returns, manage overdue notices, and handle fines.
• Maintain files, inventories, and prepare new books for library use.
• Assist with computer access and basic troubleshooting.
• Support classroom enrichment by reading to groups and arranging shelves.

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Library systems

Organizing files

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college

Tools

Online catalogue

Barcode systems

Library circulation software

Job description

Peoria Unified School District seeks a Library Assistant at Coyote Hills Elementary in Peoria, AZ. This role provides clerical support and helps supervise students under the Library Paraprofessional, maintaining inventories and assisting with circulation.

The Library Assistant handles processing of books, catalog entries, and minor repairs while supporting classroom activities and research. This position requires a high school diploma and background checks.