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Library Assistant (Part Time)

Colorado Academy

campus

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

Not Specified

Location

Denver, CO

Hours

Not Specified

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Some College

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

School (K-12)

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

Colorado Academy is seeking a part-time library assistant for the 2018-19 school year.  This position in the Raether Library works with the Middle School and Upper School Librarians to serve the Middle School and Upper School communities.  In addition, this position is in charge of Raether Library during after school hours, supervising students and ensuring their safety.   

Reports to the Director of Libraries with day-to-day supervision by the Middle School and Upper School Librarians.

Duties:

  • Engage students and teachers in a welcoming and friendly library environment
  • Manage the library circulation desk and assist students and teachers with book selection and check out
  • Provide clerical support to librarians by shelving returned materials, processing books, and helping with book displays
  • Supervise the Raether Library building during after school hours, including upstairs
  • Straighten book shelves and furniture and restock supplies each evening to prepare for a smooth opening the following day

Schedule:

2018-19 school year

Monday-Thursday, 1:45pm - 5:45pm

Requirements

  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills 
  • Previous position(s) in a library
  • A demonstrated interest in working with students and promoting young adult literature
  • Use of Integrated Library System (ILS) and experience with database searching
  • Ability for frequent movements: stand, walk, crouch, twist, reach
  • Ability to push up to 50lbs and lift up to 25lbs
  • Bachelor’s degree is a plus

The Community

Colorado Academy is an independent Pre-K - 12 college preparatory day school with an exceptional campus community. Here, we turn ideals into action – challenging our students to become lifelong learners, thinkers, inquisitors, and contributors.

Colorado Academy does not discriminate in any of its programs, procedures, or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, military service, or other protected status.

HR Info

julie.fordyce@coloradoacademy.org

please apply online at: CA Job Opportunities

applicants are also encourged to visit our website: Colorado Academy

Posted Jul 27, 2018