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