Librarian

Summary

Librarian PositionUnder the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional employees in the media center to enable students to effectively use the instructional materials in the center, and to acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities to take full advantage of library materials and resources. Essential functions include assisting students in locating reference and other instructional materials, and in developing knowledge, skill and abilities to gain independence and fully utilize the library materials and resources. Assists in reinforcement in reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, media and other skills. Assists in maintaining the circulation desk operations and circulation files. Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning. Operates audio visual equipment as needed. Assists in cataloging and filing learning materials. Constructs, copies, distributes and uses educational materials. Serves as a reference guide for students. Arranges book displays, exhibits and other items to provide an appropriate learning resource environment and maximize students' interest in reading and learning. Assists with the selection of library materials and resources, and in weeding out old outdated materials and books. Assists in the utilization and maintenance of instructional and non-instructional library equipment, including a personal computer if necessary.Additional duties may include performing any other related duties as assigned. Equipment use standard library equipment, such as personal computers and copiers. Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.Knowledge, skills and abilities include the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form, use personal computers and instruct students in their use (including creating documents, word processing and using the Internet to conduct research), add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform complex arithmetic operations, work with a diverse group of individuals, maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others, follow directives of teacher, media specialist or other supervisor, and assist students with respect to instructional and non-instructional tasks, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work, report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required, and effective writing and communication skills. Physical and mental demands, work hazards include working in standard office and school building environments.Qualifications profile includes any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to a high school diploma or equivalent, associate's or bachelor's degree in library science or related field, and prior experience working with children desirable. FLSA status: non-exempt.

Job Description

Librarian PositionUnder the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional employees in the media center to enable students to effectively use the instructional materials in the center, and to acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities to take full advantage of library materials and resources. Essential functions include assisting students in locating reference and other instructional materials, and in developing knowledge, skill and abilities to gain independence and fully utilize the library materials and resources. Assists in reinforcement in reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, media and other skills. Assists in maintaining the circulation desk operations and circulation files. Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning. Operates audio visual equipment as needed. Assists in cataloging and filing learning materials. Constructs, copies, distributes and uses educational materials. Serves as a reference guide for students. Arranges book displays, exhibits and other items to provide an appropriate learning resource environment and maximize students' interest in reading and learning. Assists with the selection of library materials and resources, and in weeding out old outdated materials and books. Assists in the utilization and maintenance of instructional and non-instructional library equipment, including a personal computer if necessary.Additional duties may include performing any other related duties as assigned. Equipment use standard library equipment, such as personal computers and copiers. Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.Knowledge, skills and abilities include the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form, use personal computers and instruct students in their use (including creating documents, word processing and using the Internet to conduct research), add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform complex arithmetic operations, work with a diverse group of individuals, maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others, follow directives of teacher, media specialist or other supervisor, and assist students with respect to instructional and non-instructional tasks, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work, report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required, and effective writing and communication skills. Physical and mental demands, work hazards include working in standard office and school building environments.Qualifications profile includes any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to a high school diploma or equivalent, associate's or bachelor's degree in library science or related field, and prior experience working with children desirable. FLSA status: non-exempt.