Instructional Library Assistant

Pay Rate: $20.00/hour I Hours: 20 hours per week I Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:30AM-11:30AM, occasional evenings I Location: York Academy Regional Charter School, Upper School I Classification: Part-Time

Instructional Library Assistant works at York Academy Regional Charter School. Has experience working with children in a school setting and must enjoy working in a multicultural environment, interacting with, and encouraging children to succeed.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Must enjoy working in a multicultural work environment, interacting with, and encouraging children to succeed. This position requires someone with excellent communication skills and the ability to lead groups of students. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of student records and behaviors. The candidate must be reliable, creative, a self-starter and feel comfortable handling a variety of tasks.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Must be a high school graduate with prior experience working effectively with children. Basic knowledge of library services and experience providing educational programs for children in grades 7-12 is necessary. Experience performing inventory of materials is preferred and using computers is essential. Understands basic classroom management techniques and can enforce rules when necessary. Some knowledge of International Baccalaureate program and instructional strategies preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinate and implement the daily activities of a charter school library throughout the entire calendar year, including interacting with teachers and students as directed and maintaining order during the school day.
2. Assist teachers in identifying and securing educational materials for lesson preparation, including instruction in the library’s computerized catalog system.
3. Assist with the selection, purchasing, cataloging, circulation, and inventory of school library materials.
4. Assist with the development and implementation of innovative programs for youth in grades 7-12.
5. Assist students with selecting and checking out books.
6. Attend staff meetings at Martin Library and in-service training sessions offered by Martin Library or the York Academy Regional Charter School when appropriate.
7. Perform other duties as assigned by the School Library Media Specialist or Director of Educational Services.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift books and other library materials (approx. 25 lbs.)
• Ability to stoop, kneel and reach high areas for shelving purposes