Basic concepts of adolescent growth, development, and behavioral characteristics of middle and high school students.
Library terminology, circulation systems, practices, and standard classification systems (e.g., Dewey Decimal system).
Basic research practices, including internet search engines, academic databases, and citation styles (MLA/APA).
English usage, punctuation, spelling, grammar, and literature appropriate for secondary school levels.
Routine clerical procedures, record management, data entry, and digital filing systems. Ability to:
Demonstrate a patient, encouraging, and receptive attitude toward diverse student populations, including those experiencing reading, research, or technological difficulties.
Communicate effectively in oral and written form, serving as an appropriate professional model for secondary students.
Perform routine clerical/technical library tasks and operate a variety of educational, office, and media equipment.
Utilize library resources and creative displays to enhance a positive, academically stimulating educational environment.
Understand and carry out oral and written directions independently.
Establish and maintain cooperative, respectful working relationships with students, faculty, and community members. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.
This type of work involves standing or walking for extended periods, as well as frequent bending, reaching (high and low shelving), and stooping.
Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far visual acuity, depth perception, providing oral information, and the manual dexterity to operate computers and cataloging tools are important aspects of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be: Experience: One (1) year of paid or volunteer experience in a library, media center, or educational setting, preferably working with middle or high school-aged youth. Education: Possession of an Associate of Arts or higher degree, supplemented by 15 units of coursework or training in writing, reading, and mathematics instructional technology. or Assessment that demonstrates proficiency in writing, reading, and mathematics at the level of a District high school senior (KPA). For more information, please contact Monica Ballard at 859-987-2163. <!__a=1__> " />