School Library Assistant – Learning Commons

S F A 101; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Library Aide - SFA is a full-time Library Assistant position at Dayton Independent School District in Dayton, Texas. The role involves managing the school library under the direction of the District Librarian and campus Principal, providing library media services, teaching library lessons, and promoting literacy.

The position requires a high school diploma, basic computer/ library knowledge, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Working knowledge of computer software and library science.
• Able to work independently and cope with continual interruptions.
• Good keyboarding skills.
• Training in reading and audiovisual materials and equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs to chest height occasionally.
• Good communications skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in a library/learning commons with references preferred.
• Ability to handle high stress and fast paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining an organized and up-to-date catalog and circulation system.
• Process new materials, making them ready for checkout.
• Keep the library/ learning commons organized, clean, neat and welcoming to visitors.
• Prepare bulletin boards, displays, etc. on a regular basis.
• Help students and faculty locate materials through the use of the automated catalog and electronic resources.
• Assist in finding and verifying bibliographic materials.
• Monitor students while using the library.
• Teach library related lessons as directed by the District Librarian.
• Prepare and disseminate overdue notices and collect replacement costs for lost or damaged books.
• Shelve materials and make sure items are maintained in Dewey order.
• Arrange for interlibrary loans and maintain appropriate interlibrary loan records and reports.
• Maintain and update databases of purchase orders and video and periodical collections.
• Keep statistical records on usage, circulation, etc.
• Notify students when reserved books are available.
• Assist in preparing bibliographies.
• Assist with specific projects.
• Help to maintain a friendly and helpful atmosphere for students and faculty.
• Supervise and execute automated inventory.
• Perform any other related duties that may be assigned by Library Coordinator.
• Maintain a schedule for students in the use of the library/learning commons.
• When a substitute is unavailable, cover classroom assignments as needed.

Education

High School diploma

Training in reading and audiovisual materials and equipment

Job description

Library Aide - SFA is a full-time Library Assistant position at Dayton Independent School District in Dayton, Texas. The role involves managing the school library under the direction of the District Librarian and campus Principal, providing library media services, teaching library lessons, and promoting literacy.

The position requires a high school diploma, basic computer/ library knowledge, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.