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Library Aide, 2022-2023

Employer
Saint Louis Public Schools
Location
St. Louis, MO, US
Salary
Competitive
Job Description

Position Title: Library Aide

Payroll/Personnel Type: 10.5 Month

Reports to: Library Services Coordinator

Position Summary:

The library assistant works with an elementary librarian assigned to two elementary school libraries. The assistant services the schools on the day that the librarian is not assigned.

Essential Functions:
  • Shelve books
  • Process new materials for shelving
  • Check books in and out to classes
  • Gather resources for teachers
  • Keep the library open for classes to use for research as needed
  • Read to groups of children
  • Repair books as needed
  • Keep the library climate attractive and inviting
  • Keep statistics of patrons
  • Operate library equipment as requested by teachers
  • Perform other duties as assigned


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Computer Skills - Microsoft Word
  • Knowledge of numerical and alphabetical arrangement of library books in a library
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills with adults
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills with elementary age children
  • Good organizational skills
  • Good motivational and teamwork skills


Experience:
  • Experience working with culturally diverse parents and families in an urban educational setting


Education:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (required)


Physical Requirements:
  • Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
  • Sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing
  • Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less with the ability to bring objects into sharp focus
  • Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
  • Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree


Working Conditions and Environment:
  • Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
  • Very limited or no exposure to physical risk


Disclaimer:

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Benefits

SLPS believes in taking care of its employees. We offer a fully-insured health care plan along with some amazing perks! Here are some of the highlights of our benefits plan and perks, but you'll want to check out www.slps.org/careers for all of the details.

  • Fully-paid health insurance for self
  • $30,000 of tuition reimbursement (certificated staff)
  • $40,000 group term life insurance
  • Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
  • Pension plan
  • Robust wellness programs


Please note benefit and perk eligibility may vary by employee status, employment date, and job classification.

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