713 Library Assistant/(Secondary)/Cafeteria Monitor

QUALIFICATIONS:        

  1. Be a high school graduate or hold a GED certificate;

  2. Have experience related to working with students or parents;

  3. Keyboarding and computer proficiency and computation skills preferred;

  4. Desire and ability to work with and effectively communicate with staff, students, and parents.

REPORTS TO:          Building Principal and Librarian

JOB GOALS:                 

  1. To assist the librarian, teachers, and students in the library.

  2. To monitor the cafeteria as assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  Noncontractual (At-will); Clerical/Technical Paygrade1   Estimated 185 days; estimated 8 hrs daily Wage/Hour Status:  Nonexempt

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
 

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Record shelf list information; assign accession numbers; assign bar codes; label each book with proper spine call number; enter all books into computer with above information.

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Stamp in each magazine as received; keep records of magazine with dates; shelve new ones and reshuffle old ones.

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Maintain daily records of all equipment leaving or entering the building.

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Order repairs when service to equipment is required.

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Maintain equipment for teachers to include replacing bulbs.

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Maintain inventory records of audio visual equipment, making sure enough equipment is available.

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Deliver media orders.

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Supervise library student helpers.

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Assist students locate books teachers have requested, teach students how to use the card catalog and review students in the use of the Dewey Decimal system.

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Assist students to use the computer to locate books by name, title, or author.

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Assist teachers by readying reference materials for use in the library or classroom.

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Order magazine article requests for students and teachers from the professional library; maintain records on all requests.

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Assist in disciplining the students to maintain proper behavior in the library, as needed.

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Maintain accurate records of library books checked in and out by student and staff on computer.

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Organize, circulate, and maintain collection of videos.

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Organize, circulate, and maintain vertical files.

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Compile all previously recorded statistics including media, book circulation, and library usage totals.

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Assist teachers, as needed, with students in computer programs, supervision, and discipline.

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Start computers and boot system every day.

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Order service and/or assistance for computers.

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Assist teachers, students, and librarian in maintaining the accelerated Reader
program.

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Order all library supplies, as requested.

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Maintain records relating to collection of money for fines and lost books.

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Send out bi-weekly reminders of all overdue books and collect fines.

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Maintain records of lost books; receive money paid for lost books.

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Assist in preparing instructional materials for teachers to be used in the classroom.

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Laminate materials for faculty and students.

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Shelve books and keep shelves in order.

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Schedule classes coming to the library.

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Supervises students throughout the school day, inside and outside classroom including cafeteria  and bus duty.

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Complies with directions and instructions from supervisor and performs other tasks and assumes such responsibilities as may be assigned.

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Maintains positive ad cooperative working relationships with colleagues and others in the conduct of district business and demonstrates teamwork in daily activities.

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Is prompt, timely, and thorough in completing assignments and attending to details accurately and efficiently.

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Meets attendance standards and complies with campus notification procedures for absences.

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Provides complete and accurate information in the conduct of district business. 

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Maintains confidentiality in the conduct of district business.

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Complies with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.

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Adheres to the district’s safety policies and guidelines.

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Participates in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

 

EQUIPMENT USED: 

                Uses copier, typewriter, computers, and audiovisual equipment 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

                Mental Demands:  Reading, ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress

                Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:  Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting. 

The foregoing statement describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. 11/03 sr