Minimum Qualifications & Abilities: 

• High school diploma or equivalent, and two (2) years of college (minimum of 48 Semester Units) or meet a rigorous standard of quality, and demonstrate, through an assessment, the knowledge and ability to assist in instruction – (CODESP Exam).
• Familiar with library procedures and terminology.
• Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computer, calculator, copier, printer, scanner, and other peripheral equipment.
• Knowledge of data entry and retrieval techniques.
• Familiar with inventory procedures.
• Ability to effectively use word-processing, database, and spreadsheet software applications, and instructional programs and software in the course of assigned duties.
• Fluent reader.
• Skilled in use of technology for library functions, including computerized database systems (card cataloging system) and library management software.
• Ability to work with students and staff in small group and whole class settings.
• Ability to catalogue library books and materials.
• Must be able communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, staff, parents, and others contacted during the course of business.
• Ability to perform light to heavy lifting.

 
 
Essential Functions: 

• Presents informational literacy lessons to students as prepared by the librarian, including lessons that require the use of technology.
• Implements district library circulation routines, including checking books in and out, processing returned materials and maintaining them in their proper location utilizing the Dewey Decimal System.
• Monitors and maintain acceptable student behavior.
• Operates technology equipment used in the library.
• Assists students and teachers in selection of books and materials.
• Performs clerical tasks as assigned.
• Maintains library use/lesson schedule.
• Maintains records of overdue, lost, or damaged books, and sends notices to students, teachers, and parents/guardians; collects fines.
• Mends and cleans books and library materials.
• Maintains the library in a neat and orderly condition, and creates attractive curricular-aligned displays.
• Assists in training volunteers and student aides.
• Prepares bibliographies or resource lists that reflect the curricular needs and reading interests of students.
• Reads aloud to students with approved materials provided by librarian.
• Implements motivational reading activities planned by the librarian.
• Assists patrons with online or OPAC searches and use of databases and internet searches to access information needs and interests.
• Checks out and distributes student and teacher text materials.
• Assists in ordering materials.
• Catalogues and processes library material.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.