Substitute Library/Study Hall Associate

Boone Community School District; Boone (IA); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 25.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Boone Middle School is seeking a Library Media Associate - Substitute to assist the Librarian with daily library operations and supervision of students. You will support instructional activities, help students locate materials, and manage check-out processes.

Under the supervision of the Building Principal and District Librarian, you will contribute to a learning-friendly library environment, following district policies and protecting confidentiality while engaging with diverse student needs.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required; experience with working with children preferred.
• Oral and written communication skills in English are essential.
• Ability to organize materials, manage library resources and assist with lessons.

Responsabilidades

• Assist Librarian with daily library operations and supervise students in the library.
• Support students with academic needs using library resources and projects.
• Check in/out materials and maintain library inventory and orderliness.
• Prepare lessons and makerspace activities in coordination with staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow district policies at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Building Principal and District Librarian.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal relations

Computer skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Policy compliance

Problem solving

Educación

High school diploma

Herramientas

Personal computers

Office equipment

Descripción del empleo

• Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Associate
• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Location: Boone Middle School

The Boone Community School District has made a significant effort to live our motto Expect the Best...Achieve Success. Boone Community School District is located 10 minutes west of Ames and roughly 1 hour north of the Des Moines Metro Area. Our staff work daily to Value the Uniqueness of All, Give a Fresh Start Each Day, Partner with Families, Develop Positive Character, and Ensure Learning. We have earned a reputation for being an innovative and progressive school district that includes $43+million in building projects completed in the fall of 2024. This includes aPre-K-1st grade early childhood learning center and a multipurpose education center. The City of Boone is a great place to live, grow and play. Boone isvoted #1 Affordable Small Town... Where You'd Actually Want to Live by Realtor.com.

Title: Library Media Associate - Substitute Reports To: Building Principal & District Librarian Work Period: November 3, 2026 - December 22, 2026 Pay Period: Direct Deposit on the last business day of the month Hours: 7:45 - 3:00

SUMMARY

Assist Librarian with the daily operations of the building library. Supervise students in the library. Support students in academic needs through use of library resources..

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No experience required; experience preferred in: Working with children.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Oral and written communication skills and English language skills.
• Interpersonal relations skills.
• Computer, keyboarding and word processing skills.
• Customer service and public relations skills.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
• Ability to promote and follow building and departmental policies
• Apply and follow all school district policies and state of Iowa laws.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and online resources.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Listed below are the essential tasks required for this job.

Job Tasks Descriptions

• Secondary media associates schedule the use of the library by all classes including weekly use to check out materials.
• Assist teacher librarian in preparing and facilitating lessons and makerspace projects.
• Check in all material returned and return all materials to their proper place in a timely manner.
• Check in all material returned and return all materials to their proper place in a timely manner.
• Assist students with selecting and using library materials for both academic and leisure purposes, including assisting students doing research projects to locate physical and/or digital materials.
• Send overdue notices and follow through until the materials are returned, replaced, or paid for.
• Make lists and compile materials for teachers to use in their classrooms for particular units of study, as needed.
• Repair damaged material and finish the processing of new books as assigned.
• Maintain a current inventory of books, materials, machines and equipment with a full inventory conducted annually.
• Maintain an atmosphere of learning in the libraries.

13. Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Stand . . X

Walk . . X

Sit . . X

Use hands to finger, handle or feel . . X

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Reach with hands and arms . . . X

Climb or balance . X . .

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl . X . .

Talk . . . X

Hear . . . X

Taste X . . .

Smell X . . .

WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds . X . .

Up to 25 pounds . X . .

Up to 50 pounds . X . .

Up to 100 pounds X . . .

More than 100 pounds X . . .

MENTAL FUNCTIONS

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Compare . . . X

Analyze . . . X

Communicate . . . X

Copy . . X

Coordinate . X . .

Instruct . . X

Compute X . . .

Synthesize X . . .

Evaluate . . X

Use Interpersonal Skills . . . X

Compile . . X

Negotiate . X . .

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) . X . . .

Work near moving mechanical parts . X . . .

Work in high, precarious places . X . . .

Fumes or airborne particles . X . . .

Toxic or caustic chemicals . X . . .

Outdoor weather conditions . . X

Extreme cold (non-weather) . X . . .

Extreme heat (non-weather) . X . . .

Risk of electrical shock . X . . .

Work with explosives . X . . .

Risk of radiation . X . . .

Vibration . X . . .

VISION DEMANDS

REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

No special vision requirements .

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) X

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) X

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) X

Peripheral vision X

Depth perception .

Ability to adjust focus X

NOISE LEVEL

Level of noise typical in the work environment for this job

Very quiet .

Quiet .

Moderate X

Loud X

Very loud .

Boone Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions or a grievance, contact the BCSD Equity Coordinator Mrs. Jill Janes, [e-mail], at BCSD, 500 7th Street, Boone, Iowa 50036; [phone].

Postings current as of 10/21/2026 12:56:04 AM CST.

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