Library/Technology Assistant

Job Title: Assistant Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Job Role: Library/Technology Funding Source: Local

Pay Grade: PR 6

Department/School: Campus Assigned

Function: Educational Support

Reports to: Campus Principal HR Date Approved: January 2020

HR Date Revised: July 2024

SUMMARY:

Responsible for day-to-day on-site operation of campus library. The Library/Technology Assistant will work under minimal supervision or/and oversight by a District Librarian.

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.
• Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
• Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Library Program Support

• Support the implementation of a school library program including technology services 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 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 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 forms and routine correspondence according to standard procedures.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.

Student Management

• Monitor 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.

Policy, Reports, and Law

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
• Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Experience:

• Experience working with children
• Library experience (preferred)

SPECIAL KNOWLEGDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to work well with children
• Skill in working with a variety of students in varied situations
• Ability to be self-motivated and self-directed
• Ability to read; understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Monitor the work and issue work assignments to parent volunteers and student aides.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Standard office equipment including personal 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 (less than 15 pounds)
• Occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds or over)

Environment:

• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building
• Work inside
• Work alone
• Exposure to biological and chemical hazards (mold and dust)
• No remote work

Mental Demands:

• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work