Lower School Library Assistant
Colorado Academy
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Job Description
Responsibilities
This detail-oriented position works closely with the Lower School Librarian to support the learning of students (PK-5th grade), faculty, and the Colorado Academy community.
Student/Faculty Support:
- Assist students and faculty in locating materials in the library.
- Gather materials on specific subjects based on teacher requests.
- Support the lower school program through a variety of activities such as assisting with student clubs/readers’ groups, creating stimulating displays, and attending field trips.
Library/Collection Maintenance:
- Maintain library catalog, patron records, and circulation of library materials.
- Compile overdue notices, circulation reports, and bills.
- Order books and other library materials for the collection as directed by the Lower School Librarian.
- Process materials in a timely manner.
- Ensure the collection is inviting, well-maintained, and accessible through regular shelving, weeding, and shelf-reading.
- Help provide attractive and informative signage for the collection.
Technological Duties:
- Assist students and faculty in using the Internet and other online resources for research.
- Use and instruct students and faculty on how to use a variety of library equipment.
- Troubleshoot computers, printers, and copiers as needed.
Administrative Duties:
- Open and/or close the library as needed.
- Use Microsoft Excel to maintain library schedule and statistics.
- Maintain adequate library supplies.
- Work with the Director of Libraries to monitor the lower school library budget.
- Assist in Raether Library as needed.
- Support the school community by serving on committees as assigned and performing other duties to support the lower school as needed.
- Explore and utilize professional development opportunities as it relates to the library/technology departments by attending t conferences, workshops, and meetings.
Supervision:
- Assist the Lower School Librarian in the supervision of library volunteers, students, library computer usage, and the library’s physical space.
Additional Info & Requirements
Position Title: Lower School Library Assistant
- Full-time 10-month (school year) staff position
- Possibility of part-time summer employment
- The employee is classified as non-exempt in accordance with guidelines of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for all benefits.
- Reports to the Director of Libraries and the Lower School Librarian
General Requirements of All Library Employees:
- We are guided by these shared values:
- Consideration and care for our customers and each other
- Passion for our work
- Enthusiasm for learning and experimentation
- Optimism and a positive attitude
- We have the commitment and desire to provide excellent service to all library patrons.
- We are forward-looking in our philosophy and we readily adapt to change.
- We are aware of our PK-12ness and have an understanding and respect for school-wide operations and the importance of interconnectedness and collaboration.
- Working in the library means being “on the move”: we will stand, walk, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, reach, crawl, climb, push/pull up to 50 pounds, and lift up to 25 pounds.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- College degree and experience working in a library.
- Minimum of two years working with elementary-age students.
- Some knowledge of current children’s literature.
- Skilled with both PC and Mac platforms.
HR Info
Jennifer Reading
Director of Libraries
Colorado Academy
3800 South Pierce St.
Denver, CO 80235
jen.reading@coloradoacademy.org
Please submit a cover letter and a resume to:
Jennifer Reading
Director of Libraries
Colorado Academy
3800 South Pierce St.
Denver, CO 80235
jen.reading@coloradoacademy.org
Posted Aug 20, 2014
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