Secondary School Library Assistant

Written By Nina Stevens

Secondary School Library Assistant vacancies available are:

  • Long-term Substitute Instructional Assistant (2 part-time positions; May 1 to June 13, 2024)

  • (2024-25): Instructional Assistant (2 part-time positions)

Start Date: May 1, 2024

Apply By: April 12, 2024

To apply, please send your CV, cover letter & Austrian residence/work permit as a single PDF to HR@ais.at.

AIS Vienna reserves the right to close the selection process at any time if the right person is identified prior to the closing date.

Qualifications

  • Experience working with middle and high school students in a library or other academic setting

  • Enthusiasm for reading and an interest in young adult literature

  • Native or near-native English, oral and written; German bilingual or multilingual preferred

  • Tech skills and experience, including but not limited to proficiency in Mac OSX, iOS, G Suite for Education; knowledge of academic databases, library platforms (Destiny, Overdrive/Sora); familiarity with student information systems; and comfort using AI applications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred

Job Goal

Performing the daily technical and physical operations of the Secondary School Library while assisting the librarian in creating a welcoming, engaging, information-rich atmosphere that facilitates student learning, collaboration, and community building.

Performance Responsibilities

  • Covering the library circulation desk throughout the day

  • Assisting library patrons in discovering and utilizing library resources

  • Supervision of middle and high school students in the library

  • Processing, inventory, and circulation of library materials

  • Promoting the library program and resources via social media and school channels

  • Communicating with students, faculty, and the wider community

  • Providing assistance in the operation of library equipment

  • Updates and maintenance of library audiovisual and tech equipment

  • Performing other duties as assigned by the librarian

Professional Conduct

  • Demonstrates initiative in the performance of his or her duties, and flexibility working with others in a variety of circumstances, environments, and different sizes and ability ranges of groupings.

  • Maintains a high level of professional behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their families.

  • Contributes to a positive school climate by forming positive relationships with students, teachers, and administrators.

  • Demonstrates effective communication skills with students, teachers, and parents.

  • Exhibits strong organizational skills in managing time and responsibilities.

Student Supervision

  • Refers child learning and safeguarding concerns to appropriate school personnel.

  • Enforces school expectations for student safety and behavior consistently and equitably.

  • Communicates concerns to appropriate teachers or administrators.

Hours

Library Assistants’ core hours are from 08:45 until 16:00 (may be negotiable to suit the needs of the library).

Performance Evaluation

Library Assistants will be evaluated in writing at least once a year by their direct supervisors/teachers in charge, and if there are concerns regarding the evaluation, they should be put in writing and referred to the relevant Principal. IAs will also meet with their supervisors to work on goals and objectives for the year.

Interacts With

  • Librarians

  • Principals

  • Students

Reports To

The direct Supervisor/Librarian in charge.

Click here for a PDF of the job description.

Nina Stevens