School Library Assistant - Student-Centered & Organized

New Canaan Public Schools; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saxe School Library in New Canaan, CT seeks a Library Administrative Assistant (10 months) to support instructional activities and library operations. You will collaborate with teachers, assist students in research, and help manage print and digital resources.

Responsibilities include supervising students, organizing materials, cataloging, and curating digital content while staying current with library tools and platforms to enhance learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; associate's degree or equivalent experience in educational or library settings will be considered.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a student-centered approach.
• Experience working in school, library, or youth-focused environments preferred.
• Technological proficiency and willingness to learn new digital tools and platforms.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Library Media Specialist and certified teachers to prepare and organize print and digital resources that support classroom instruction.
• Work with individual students and small groups under the direction of a certified teacher to support research, reading, and project-based learning.
• Assist with the implementation of library-based lessons and activities.
• Actively supervise and engage with students to foster a safe, respectful learning environment.
• Model positive behaviors that encourage responsibility, independence, and a love of reading.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parent volunteers, and families.
• Maintain a tidy, organized library environment and support resource management.
• Assist in cataloging, processing, and circulating materials using the library management system.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Student-centered approach

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Destiny Library Manager

Google Workspace

Online databases

Job description

The Saxe School Library in New Canaan, CT seeks a Library Administrative Assistant (10 months) to support instructional activities and library operations. You will collaborate with teachers, assist students in research, and help manage print and digital resources.

Responsibilities include supervising students, organizing materials, cataloging, and curating digital content while staying current with library tools and platforms to enhance learning.