Library Aide / ISS Aide

Library Aide / ISS Aide JobID: 1607 Position Type: AideDate Posted: 9/8/2026Location: Joshua Ninth Grade Campus Additional Information: Show/HideJob Title: Library AideReports to: LibrarianDept./School: Assigned Campus Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt CP PG 2 / 160 daysMinimum salary: $20,160 Primary Purpose:Responsible for day-to-day on-site operation of campus library. May work under minimal supervision oroversight by a district librarian. Qualifications:Education/Certification:High school diploma or GEDEducational Aide Certification (preferred)College hours towards Education Certification (preferred) Special Knowledge/Skills:Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skillsAbility to use library and media center resources to conduct researchAbility to follow district cataloging systemAbility to instruct and manage student behaviorExcellent, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Experience:1 year experience working with children1 year library experience Major Responsibilities and Duties:Library Program SupportImplement school library program and create a library/media center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interests of student.Help library patrons use library/media center resources including computers and other equipment.Make recommendations for acquisitions of materials and equipment as needed.Instructional SupportProvide 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 InventoryMaintain library catalog. Process, organize, distribute, and maintain inventory of library/media center resources. Request and schedule 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 SupportPrepare 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.OtherAssign work to parent volunteers and student aides and oversee completion.Supervisory Responsibilities:Monitor the work and issue work assignments to parent volunteers and student aides. 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 mouse; regular overhead reaching; climbing laddersLifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (1544 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.