Teacher Aide - Library Support

Position Type:

Support Staff/Teacher Aide

Date Posted:

9/9/2024

Location:

Scarsdale High School

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:

10/23/2024

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Teacher Aide- High School Library Support

Scarsdale Public Schools is seeking teacher aide candidates to responsibly and respectfully support the school library program at our high school spanning grades 9-12 with approximately 1500 students.

Approximate Hours: 5 hours/day (Monday-Friday).

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.50 - $26.55 per hour

Scarsdale Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of two certified school librarians, and joining a team of three other aides, maintain a welcoming environment for faculty, staff, and students.

Job Expectations

• Supervise students
• Shelve books
• Assist with student printing
• Manage circulation desk
• Process books
• Close library at the end of the day

Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers, printers, and copiers.

Ability to:

• use library circulation software

• work with a diverse group of individuals.

• maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.

• establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, faculty, and staff

• communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities and emergency evacuations.

Minimum Acceptable Training and Experience

A high school or equivalency diploma and demonstration of interest in working with children.

Civil Service Class: Non-Competitive FLSA: Non-exempt