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Garland Independent School District

31453 Library Aide

Garland Independent School District, Garland, Texas, us, 75049


Position Type:Teacher Assistant/AIDE LIBRARY

Date Posted:6/6/2024

Location:Ethridge Elementary School

Job Title: Aide Library

Exemption Status/Test: Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Campus Principal

Dept. /School:

Assigned Campus

Pay Grade

PA2 Min: $116.25 Mid: $139.13Days:

186

Primary Purpose:Assist librarian in the administration of the campus library. Perform routine clerical duties under direct supervision. Responsible for day-to-day on-site operation of the campus library. May work under minimal supervision or oversight by a district librarian.

Qualifications:Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or equivalentEligible to receive an Educational Aide Certificate from the State Board of Educator Certification

Experience:

Some experience working with childrenSome experience in interpreting or providing translation, and customer service

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skillsAbility to shelve books following the district cataloging systemAbility to work well with childrenEffective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties:Library Program Support

Implement a school library program and create a library/media center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interests of students.Help library patrons use library/media center resources, including computers and other equipment.Make recommendations for acquisitions of materials and equipment as needed.

Instructional Support

Provide individual and group instruction for students and other library users and help them locate resources and use research techniques.Reinforce reading instruction as directed by teachers. May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud.Schedule and prepare materials and reserve collection for classroom instructional use.

Accounting and Inventory

Maintain library catalog. Process, organize, distribute, and maintain inventory of library/media center resources. Request and schedule the use of materials from outside sources.Perform routine maintenance and repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment. Arrange for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery) as directed.

Clerical Support

Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence according to standard procedures.Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.Student ManagementMonitor students and maintain appropriate student behavior and an orderly atmosphere.

Other

Assign work to parent volunteers and student aides and oversee completion.Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.Perform all duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; standard library equipment, including imaging equipment; standard instructional equipmentPosture:

Regular sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingMotion:

Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; regular overhead reaching; climbing laddersLifting:

Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)Environment:

Work inside; work alone; exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as mold and dustMental Demands:

Work with frequent interruption; maintain emotional control under stress

Inquiries to: Cyndi Ortiz, PrincipalCOrtiz@garlandisd.net