Aide
- Library
Waxahachie ISD
- Northside Elementary
- Waxahachie, Texas This job is also posted in Waxahachie ISD
Job Details
Job ID:
5730444
Application Deadline:
Jul 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Job Description:
AIDE•
LIBRARY:
Elementary/Jr High
Job Title:
Library Aide
Duty Days:
187
Reports to:
Principal
Pay Grade:
1
Dept/School:
Assigned Campus
Pay Schedule:
Paraprofessional Pay Scale
Wage/Hour:
Non-Exempt
Date Revised:
2025
Primary Purpose
Assist librarian in the administration of the campus library. Perform routine clerical duties under direct supervision.
Qualifications Education/Certification
High School Diploma or GED
Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, two years of study or 48 hours at an institution of higher learning
Paraprofessional Aide Certification required (can be obtained once employed)
Special Knowledge/Skills
Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
Ability to file books following district cataloging system
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Physically and emotionally able to perform assigned tasks
Communicate and work well with students
Ability to maintain effective working relationships
Must possess personal qualities related to respect for the rights and confidentiality of others
Experience
Must have experience working with students; experience may be work in church related schools, day camps, youth groups, private schools, licensed day-care centers, or similar experience
One year clerical experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Library Program Support
Provide individual instruction and assistance in using library media center resources including computers and audiovisual equipment.
Shelve incoming books, material, and equipment.
Ready materials for classroom or reserve collection use as requested by teachers.
Request and schedule use of materials from regional education service center or other source.
Prepare bulletin boards and displays and assist the librarian in preparing instructional materials.
May read to small groups of students and listen to individual students read aloud.
Accounting and Inventory
Operate the media center automated circulation system.
Collect and maintain records of student fines and prepare parent notification as needed.
Receive and process books, materials, and equipment and reconcile with packing slips and invoices.
Repair books, magazines, materials, and equipment or process for repair at outside facilities (e.g., bindery).
Perform routine maintenance on audiovisual equipment.
Assist in the annual inventory and weeding of library media center materials.
Clerical Support
Maintain physical and computerized files, including card catalog, vertical file materials, and publisher catalogs.
Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence using personal computer.
Assist librarian in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
Student Management
Help with student supervision before, during, and after school while the students are loading and unloading buses, on the playground, in the cafeteria, in a learning or practice environment, inside and outside of the classroom while following appropriate training technique throughout the school day.
Supervise students and assist librarian and teachers to maintain student behavior and maintain an orderly atmosphere.
Professional Conduct:
Demonstrates ability to remain calm and withstand pressures.
Flexible to changes in routine and adapts quickly to changing situations.
Reliable and responsible attendance and punctuality.
Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly.
Avoid speaking ill of the district and district personnel
Other
Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance
Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned
Perform duties as assigned, related to the position as directed by the supervisor or administrative staff
Supervise library operation in absence of the librarian.
Assist with the supervision of parent volunteers and student aides.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
WORKING CONDITIONS
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; copier, printer
Posture:
Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$14.62 to $18.26 Per Hour
