A Seasonal Afterschool Assistant works with library staff to provide afterschool homework help, extra instruction, test prep, and school project help. Provide general instruction in library use, research and internet search skills. Provide general instruction on library databases. Encourage academic success with a positive work environment. Develops and shares library resources in assigned areas.Education / higher education: Associates Degree in education or related field.Other requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age.Minimum number of years of directly related experience: Two years of relevant experience. Any combination of education and experience to equal four years may satisfy the minimum qualifications.Education and/or experience preferences: Bachelor's degree in education or related field. Employment, school, church or civic activities where leadership skills of peers or others have been learned and practicedDriver's License requirement: Frequent Driver -- Regular Driver's License Required Endorsements: noneNote -- For any driver, driving record must always meet City driving and insurability standards.Required certifications, licenses or registrations: n/aTime given after hire/promotion to obtain certification or licenses: n/aPreferred certifications, licenses or registrations: Certification as a teacher or tutor. Degree in education or related field.Knowledge: Familiarity with tutoring. Ability to provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students.Skills: Customer service; social etiquette; diplomacy; flexibility; experience working with diverse student populations; provide help to students who lack in studies and have academic deficiencies. Use of technology, equipment and software program applications. Operate standard office equipment.Abilities: set and maintain boundaries with Library patrons; follow through on a plan of activities; maintain composure and focus; . Communicate with, and respond pleasantly to, a demanding and diverse public; Work well with children, teen, and adult patrons; Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.Interaction with Groups/Agencies/Entities: Internal: Works with library staff on routine tasks and assignments. Maintains harmonious, courteous, and understanding relationships, while fostering a collaborative teamwork environment. External: Will interact with students and caregivers of participants providing homework help, direction, guidance, instruction and enforcing library rules and policiesThe following functions are typical for this position. The omission of specific functions does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Provide one-on-one or small group academic and non-sport recreation instruction to students outside of regular school hours.
Work with students to identify their individual learning needs.
Work with elementary, middle-school or high-school students.
Provide students with the support and resources they need to complete daily/weekly homework.
Provide students with information about library resources.
Assist library staff with all aspects of the Afterschool assistant program, which may include, but not be limited to the following: care and upkeep of facility, equipment and supplies; participates in activity planning; supervises planned activities as needed; and assists in maintaining accurate program statistics.
Assist library patrons in person and remotely to locate requested information and use library resources in print, other formats and online.
May be scheduled/required to work nights and weekends.
Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of library afterschool programs and services.
