Library Aide

Position open for 2026-2027School Calendar

Library Aide is a paraprofessional who assists the Library Media Specialist by performing clerical tasks and supporting the instructional program.

Reports to: Building Principal and Library Media Specialist

Pay Rate: $14.25 per hour

Terms of Employment: School year term

Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of post secondary education or training preferred.

Experience:

• Strong computer skills including spreadsheet computer software and Google Office Suite.
• Experience in working with and supervising groups of children.
• Familiar with using a library.

General Expectations:

• Stay abreast of current young adult reading trends and is knowledgeable of the librarys holdings.
• Enjoy working with high school students.
• Prepare the Library Media Center for services on a daily basis with needed supplies.
• Responsible for shelving straightening and shelf reading of library materials.
• Maintain the physical appearance and cleanliness of the library.
• Set up displays; create bulletin boards.
• Pull library materials which need to be mended discarded and/or replaced.
• Process new library materials received for circulation.
• Perform a variety of clerical and computer-related tasks as assigned.
• Maintain the centralized computerized school library catalog system.
• Sort returned materials by location of library to which assigned.
• Fulfill interlibrary loan requests.
• Check to see if returned materials are overdue or are on reserve; send timely notices to patrons.
• Examine returned materials for obvious damage.
• Collect and record all library fines.
• Record receipt of payment for lost or damaged materials.
• Create purchase orders for materials and supplies.
• Assist in training student aides in circulation procedures and other work routines.
• Maintain attendance records of students who are assigned to the library for supervision.
• Tutor students in computer use and library procedures; provide information and answer questions; may oversee use of photocopying equipment.
• Process new students by adding them to all appropriate software programs.
• Perform reliably dependably with a good record of attendance punctuality flexibility and time management.
• Develop job-related abilities skills and knowledge.
• Ability to perform responsibilities without necessity of close supervision.
• Maintain a generally positive attitude.
• Create a friendly approachable atmosphere and environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the School Library Media Specialist.

Functions and Responsibilities:

Universal USD 250 Classified Standards:

• Support the philosophy and mission of USD 250 and the value of education.
• Comply with the privacy rights of students.

• Safeguard confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Communicate pleasantly and effectively with all the members of the school district and community.
• Provide excellence in customer service both internally and externally.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
• Ensure that all activities conform to district state and federal guidelines.
• React to change positively and productively.
• Keep abreast of new information innovative ideas and techniques.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.