LIBRARY ASSISTANT- PARAPROFESSIONAL

Job Title: Library Assistant-paraprofessional

Dept/School: Library – Troup High School

Length of Work Year: 10 Months

Job Description: This position is under the supervision of the Executive Director of Technology and Library Services.

• Providing instructional support in the library media center for students, staff, faculty, and administrators in information retrieval.
• Meeting with & communicating with teachers to determine any needs for research projects.
• Assisting students in the selection of books and other learning resources.
• Assisting in the supervision of students visiting the library media center.
• Circulating books and other learning resources through the computerized circulation system.
• Shelving books utilizing knowledge or understanding of the principles of bibliographic organization.
• Maintaining a regular schedule for the library and computer lab and tracking the use of both facilities.
• Performing book, periodical, and other media processing including covering, labeling, stamping, filing, cleaning, and mending.
• Inputting, modifying, and retrieving data to operate and maintain the circulation program.
• Assisting with the selection and ordering of library materials.
• Maintaining an appealing and functional environment conducive to learning.
• Overseeing and assisting with the use of computers in the library, computer lab, and laptops, digital cameras, and other technology tools.
• Providing minor maintenance/cleaning to audio-visual equipment
• Tracking inventory and maintaining appropriate records of library resources including but not limited to books, equipment, and furniture.
• Assisting students with on-demand technical support and printing needs.
• Must stay current on school law affecting the library and media center.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Some library experience desirable.
• Must possess exceptional organizational skills.
• Must be a versatile, adaptable individual with the initiative to effectively maintain a fast-paced work environment; meeting deadlines and working with minimal supervision.
• Must possess the ability to use independent judgment and initiative, when appropriate, in dealing with library initiatives, as well as academic and student issues.
• Must be competent in using technology tools such as a computer, iPad, etc.,
• Must possess the ability to work with computer applications
• Must be able to provide staff development and training opportunities to teachers and other educators.
• Must possess the ability to effectively interact with students, staff, and faculty.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Some moderate to heavy lifting may be required.

Application Procedures:

Apply online: www.troupisd.org. For additional information you may contact Travis Goode (903) 842-3065 or email: travisgoode@troupisd.org.

Application Deadline: Application will remain open until the job is filled.

An Equal Opportunity Employer