Wichita Falls Independent School District
Aide III - Library
Wichita Falls Independent School District, Wichita Falls, Texas, United States, 76309
ob Title:
Library Aide III
Reports to:
Principal/Librarian
Dept./School:
Assigned Campus
Wage Status:
Nonexempt
Pay Grade/Days:
Clerical 3/183 Days
Date Revised:
7/14/2025
Primary Purpose:
Operate the school library/media center. Provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems. Serve as the materials facilitator to ensure that library/media center is involved in instructional programs of the school.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
At least 60 college hours from accredited university
College degree from accredited university preferred
Valid Texas Educational Aide III Certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Proficient typing, keyboarding, and file maintenance skills
Ability to file books following district cataloging system
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work well with students
Experience:
One-year experience working with children
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, materials, 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 sources. 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 or typewriter. Assist librarian in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports. Student Management
Supervise students and assist librarian and teachers to maintain student behavior and maintain an orderly atmosphere. Perform assigned student monitoring duties.
Other
Supervise library operation in absence of the librarian. Assist with the supervision of parent volunteers and student aides. Perform other related duties as assigned. Regular attendance
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Equipment Used:
Typewriter, personal computer, printer, and copier.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Work with continuous interruptions. Maintain emotional control under stress. Climbing, stretching; and frequent lifting of books, boxes, and audiovisual equipment.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.
The district Title IX Coordinator is Denise Williams, Director of Human Resources 1104 Broad St., Wichita Falls, TX 76301 940-235-1012
Library Aide III
Reports to:
Principal/Librarian
Dept./School:
Assigned Campus
Wage Status:
Nonexempt
Pay Grade/Days:
Clerical 3/183 Days
Date Revised:
7/14/2025
Primary Purpose:
Operate the school library/media center. Provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems. Serve as the materials facilitator to ensure that library/media center is involved in instructional programs of the school.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
At least 60 college hours from accredited university
College degree from accredited university preferred
Valid Texas Educational Aide III Certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Proficient typing, keyboarding, and file maintenance skills
Ability to file books following district cataloging system
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work well with students
Experience:
One-year experience working with children
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, materials, 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 sources. 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 or typewriter. Assist librarian in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports. Student Management
Supervise students and assist librarian and teachers to maintain student behavior and maintain an orderly atmosphere. Perform assigned student monitoring duties.
Other
Supervise library operation in absence of the librarian. Assist with the supervision of parent volunteers and student aides. Perform other related duties as assigned. Regular attendance
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Equipment Used:
Typewriter, personal computer, printer, and copier.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Work with continuous interruptions. Maintain emotional control under stress. Climbing, stretching; and frequent lifting of books, boxes, and audiovisual equipment.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.
The district Title IX Coordinator is Denise Williams, Director of Human Resources 1104 Broad St., Wichita Falls, TX 76301 940-235-1012