(.6) Library Media Assistant (Part-time)… at SchoolSpring · George…

Summary: Alexandria City Public Schools is seeking a (.6) Library Media Assistant for George Mason Elementary School. The role involves maintaining the library collection, assisting students and teachers with resource materials, and performing clerical functions related to library operations. Responsibilities: - Assists teachers, students, and other personnel in identifying resource materials for use in classroom, class assignments and recreational reading - Provides instruction in use of software - Assists with physical inventories to verify available equipment and identify damage and/or loss - Communicates with classroom teachers and district personnel regarding overdue materials - Contacts students, parents, staff, etc. to recover delinquent books/materials - Distributes requested library books, periodicals and media equipment - Inventories library books, equipment, and materials to document losses and/or maintain availability of materials - Maintains a variety of records and/or files to provide efficient library collection controls - Monitors student behavior while in library to create an effective working and learning environment - Monitors subscription services to ensure continuous correct service - Performs a variety of clerical functions in support of the department operations - Performs routine and preventive maintenance of media and in-library computer equipment (by assignment) to ensure the availability of equipment in safe operating condition - Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. materials catalog, activity logs, memo and transmittal, instruction sheets, purchase orders, correspondence, etc.) to document activities, provide written reference and/or convey information - Processes new and/or returned library books, curriculum materials, periodicals and/or media (e.g. checking order accuracy, cataloging, storing, shelving, etc.) - Researches discrepancies between purchase orders and packing slips to ensure that items ordered are received at ordered pricing - Researches information to assist teachers and staff in securing appropriate materials - Responds to inquiries to provide information and/or direction - Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit Required Qualifications: - A High school diploma or equivalent - Job related experience within specialized field with increasing levels of responsibility required - Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance - Tuberculosis Skin Test - Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols Required Skills: Library Collection Management, Audio-Visual Equipment Operation, Software Instruction, Inventory Management, Clerical Functions, Media Equipment Maintenance, Cataloging, Record Keeping