Live Oak School is seeking a qualified candidate for a part time position (15 hours per week) as Library Assistant to begin August 2024. The library serves approximately 420 students in grades K-8 as well as faculty, staff, and parents. Students attend library classes weekly and the library is also open during breaks and recess times throughout the day. Please submit a resume and cover letter is required.
Please apply here:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/7484835a-fb10-4e79-905f-f80b43e39c03/Live-Oak-A-Learning-Center-For-Children
Duties & Responsibilities:
-Support and implement Live Oak library policies
-Manage book circulation, including book checkout, shelving, and book repair, as necessary
-Maintaining a neat and orderly arrangement and appearance of the libraryAssist with tracking and collecting overdue books
-Support the Librarian with student management and instructional needs
-Perform such duties and task as the Librarian assign
-Cooperate with Live Oak faculty to monitor lunch and/or recess as necessary
Candidate Qualities:
-Maintain a friendly and positive attitude towards students, coworkers, and other community members
-Perform daily tasks with integrity, making effective use of time and completing tasks without reminders
-Treat children with respect and dignityUse appropriate language in and out of the library
Job Specifications:
-Previous experience with children’s supervision
-Experience with diverse student and community populations is preferred
-Familiarity with Dewey Decimal Classification and general organizational practices in libraries
-Work experience in a library setting is not required, but strongly preferred; a willingness to learn and strong initiative are of primary importance
-Knowledge of Google Workspace at a level that will support this position
-High school diploma or equivalent is required and a bachelor’s degree is preferred
Physical Requirements:
This job requires interacting with students of a variety of ages so candidates must be able to get up and down from a seated position, either from a chair or the floor, frequently. Additionally, lifting of several books and moving heavy carts loaded with books will be required. Candidates must possess sufficient strength and stamina for these tasks.