Position Type:
Support Staff/Library Media Assistant
Date Posted:
7/23/2026
Location:
Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School
Date Available:
08/12/2026
Closing Date:
09/16/2026
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Due to the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 new hires must have
- Completed at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education, obtained an associate's (or higher) degree; or met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment (Praxis Examination
- Must exhibit proficiency in typing, filing and demonstrate knowledge of various
- Computer applications including word processing.
- Must exhibit proficiency in technical and management skills.
- Ability to communicate well and successfully work with students, staff, teachers and, principal.
- Familiarity with the library classification systems.
- Ability to create a warm atmosphere in the media center, which will attract students and staff, and to interact positively with them.
JOB DETAILS:
Schools: Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School
Application Deadline: Until Filled
Grades: Middle School
Subjects: Library, Academic Support, Other: Student Support
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Be responsible for the maintenance of all materials, books, equipment, and supplies in the media center.
- Maintain a schedule that will allow for the maximum utilization of library facilities within the school building during the school day.
- Solicit suggestions from faculty and students for material selections and prepare and assemble data for orders.
- Submit all requisitions to the Building Principal.
- Process and circulate all materials used by teachers and students ensuring that the collection remains intact.
- Maintain a complete inventory of all materials and equipment and submit to Building Principal at close of school year.
- Maintain accurate budget, circulation, Federal program records and files such as the card catalog and shelf lists.
- Assist with the instruction of classes and/or students under the direction of individual building teacher(s).
- Conduct story hours and give talks to create interest in reading.
- Prepare and provide materials as requested by teacher(s).
- Acquaint students and staff with various media and resources available to them in addition to print media.
- Schedule, maintain and store all audio-visual equipment, arranging for repairs as necessary.
- Distribute, trace and collect materials borrowed from NWIESC.
- Locate resource materials from other sources in the community including public libraries as necessary.
- Maintain the library as an educational center. Ensure teachers and students make the greatest use and provide a warm and attractive environment conducive to learning.
- Consult with the Coordinator of Library Media Services and Principal on ways to improve service.
- Be responsible for discipline in the library, reporting difficult problems to the teacher and the principal.
- Exercise good judgment in handling confidential information and correspondence.
- Reflect a positive attitude and work ethic and promote the growth of students and the success of the educational program.
- Perform other such duties as assigned by the Principal