Lake Worth Independent School District is hiring: Library Aide - Lake Worth High

192 Days Job Title: Library Aide Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Principal/Librarian Dept./School: Assigned Campus Date Revised: 12/20/2019 Primary Purpose: Assist in the administration of the campus library. Perform routine clerical duties Qualifications: Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED Ability to meet highly qualified requirements as defined by NCLB Special Knowledge/Skills: Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills Ability to file books following district cataloging system Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well with students Experience: One year experience working with children One year clerical experience Major Responsibilities and Duties: Library Program Support Provide individual instruction and assistance in using library media center resources including computers and audiovisual equipment. Shelve incoming books, materials, and equipment. Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers. Request and schedule use of materials from regional education service center or other source. Prepare bulletin boards and displays and preparing instructional materials. May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud. Accounting and Inventory Operate the media center automated circulation system. Collect and maintain records of student fines and prepare parent notification as needed. Receive and process books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices. Repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment or process for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery). Perform routine maintenance on audiovisual equipment. Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials. Clerical Support Maintain physical and computerized files, including card catalog, vertical file materials, and publisher catalogs. Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence using personal computer. Keeping administrative records and preparing required reports. Student Management Supervise students and assist librarian and teachers to maintain student behavior and maintain an orderly atmosphere. Perform assigned student monitoring duties. Other Assist with the supervision of parent volunteers and student aides. 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 equipment Posture: Regular sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular overhead reaching; climbing ladders Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 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 dust Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruption; maintain emotional control under stress