Library Aide

  • $20,757–$25,313 Per Year

Highlights

Qualifications: Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED Valid Texas educational aide certificate (willing to obtain) Must meet Highly qualified status by completing 48 college hours or successful completion of the PAC District test Spanish fluency preferred. Job Title: Library Aide Status: nonexempt Reports to: Principal Terms: 181 days Pay Grade: Para-Prof Pay Grade 2 Salary Range: $20,757-25,313 (BASE PAY TO MID POINT SALARY) Dept./School: Oppe Date Revised: September 3, 2026.

Numbers & Facts

LocationGalveston, TX
Salary$20,757–$25,313 Per Year

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Library Aide Status: nonexempt Reports to: Principal Terms: 181 days Pay Grade: Para-Prof Pay Grade 2 Salary Range: $20,757-25,313 (BASE PAY TO MID POINT SALARY) Dept./School: Oppe Date Revised: September 3, 2026

Primary Purpose: Assist librarian with various library duties, to include but not limited to organizing the library, shelving books, maintaining student records, circulating and repair of library books, and promoting library resources. Work under supervision of a certified librarian. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED Valid Texas educational aide certificate (willing to obtain) Must meet Highly qualified status by completing 48 college hours or successful completion of the PAC District test Spanish fluency preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively Ability to organize and shelve books efficiently Strong typing, computer, and technology skills

Experience: Some experience working with children Major Responsibilities and Duties:

  1. Assist with shelving books and maintenance of periodicals.

  2. Assist with processing new books.

  3. Assist with care and repair of book collection.

  4. Checking out books on the computerized library automation system.

  5. Update AR information on the computer as needed.

  6. Assist students with book selection.

  7. Assist students taking AR tests, as needed.

  8. Help maintain a neat and orderly library.

  9. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of all library resources.

  10. Help librarian keep administrative records and prepare required reports.

  11. Conduct instructional experiences assigned by the librarian; booktalks, storytelling, reading a book, etc.

  12. Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

  13. Deliver regular notifications to patrons with overdue items.

  14. Manage circulation of technology equipment to faculty

  15. Assist students with the use of technology and using online library catalog

  16. Assist students in accessing online databases and utilizing research skills.

  17. Locate resources for faculty.

  18. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

  19. Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

  20. Perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None Equipment Used: Copier, personal computer, barcode scanner, and audiovisual equipment Working

Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

The Galveston ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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