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Beach Park School District

Library Teacher Assistant

Beach Park School District, Beach Park, Illinois, United States,


Position Type:Support Staff/Library Media Assistant

Date Posted:6/25/2024

Location:Beach Park Middle School

Date Available:08/19/2024

Library AideQualifications:No experience required but experience working with students would be beneficial. A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.Work well with children, follow verbal and written instructions and basic computer knowledge. If a particular position requires a unique skill, the new employee will be required to either possess that skill or be trained by the employer. Must hold a Paraprofessional License.Reports to:District Librarian and the building principal.Job Goals:Performance Responsibilities:CollectionFollows collection development procedures and standards

Processes new materials

Provides basic cataloging of new materials

Circulates and shelves all library resources

Maintains an accurate electronic catalog to facilitate access to library resources

Makes simple repairs on damaged books

Participates in inter- and intra-library loan

Manages Supplies

Assists with inventories and withdrawal of materials

EnvironmentMaintains an attractive and inviting school library environment with a variety of will working spaces for literacy activities

Keeps the collection organized

Enforces and reinforces school behavior expectations

Prepares bulletin boards and displays

Promotes a positive relationship with students, staff and community

CommunicationCommunicates with teachers to learn their curricular needs

Prepares correspondence, reports, resource lists, newsletters, and requisitions

Collects data as requested by the district librarian

Participates in work-related training

Promotes the library and its resources

ProgramsAssist students and staff in finding and using the library resources

Guides students in finding "just right" books

Promotes reading for enjoyment and personal growth

Establish a culture of seeing information

Facilitates reading programs linking the community and the library

Supervises students and assists with research needs

Models fluent, expressive reading

Aligns library activities with themes of curriculum

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