Library Assistant (0.40 FTE)

FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Follow us on LinkedIn

Library Assistant 
Brophy Elementary School 

2026-2027 School Year

Click here for more information about our amazing benefits! 

• Associate (or higher) degree, or at least two years of post-secondary education that is equivalent to at least 48 credit hours from an accredited higher education institution (otherwise must pass the Parapro Test). 
  
  

• Previous experience in a school, academic, or public library setting is preferred.

• Familiarity or experience with library automation software (such as Destiny) is highly desirable.

• Experience working with children or K-12 students in educational or recreational environments.

• Additional specialized training or coursework in library science, child development, education, or a related field is desirable.

• Differentiated Literacy Support: Ability to assist in delivering Tier 1 and Tier 2 instructional and reading interventions to meet the diverse needs of students, including those with IEPs, 504 plans, and English Language Learners.

• Data-Informed Resource Guidance: Ability to utilize library media usage data and assessment insights to support student growth, guide resource selection, and assist teachers with curriculum materials.

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Experience in supporting SEL frameworks within daily library routines to foster a safe, inclusive, and welcoming library culture.

• Foundational Literacy & Content Support: Knowledge of evidence-based literacy practices to support students in mastering core concepts, research techniques, and grade-level proficiency.

• Restorative Practices & Behavior Management: Ability to utilize restorative approaches and positive behavioral interventions to maintain an orderly library environment and resolve peer conflicts constructively.

• Curriculum & Information Literacy Alignment: Skill in aligning library media resources and support with Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district instructional goals.

• Adaptive & Library Technology Integration: Proficiency in utilizing instructional and library technology (Destiny cataloging system, Google Workspace for Education, interactive displays, and digital databases) to enhance student engagement and accessibility.

• Collaborative Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams (library staff, classroom teachers, special education, and ESL staff) to support student success and access to resources.

• Cultural Proficiency: Demonstrated cultural proficiency and competence in fostering an equitable, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment for all staff, students, and families.

• Professionalism & Composure: Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance; exhibit professionalism, patience, and composure when responding to high-stakes or unpredictable student situations.

I. Planning, Preparation, and Instruction Support

• Collaborate with classroom teachers and the Library Media Specialist to assist in supporting learning experiences that incorporate inquiry, information literacy, and critical thinking.

• Promote a love of reading and lifelong learning through collection care, book displays, and student engagement.

• Assist students in applying search techniques, including online engines, specialized databases, and catalog searching.

• Guide students to be ethical users of information and responsible digital citizens.

• Utilize instructional technology to assist with student learning and encourage students in acquiring new knowledge.

II. Systemic Liaison and Advocacy

• Support school-based decision-making teams and library programming goals as appropriate.

• Advocate for the Library Media Center (LMC) through positive public relations and assisting with reports on student usage and engagement.

• Support the alignment of LMC routines with school, district, and state standards to ensure excellence.

• Assist teachers and administrators in navigating digital library tools and media systems.

• Stay informed on current educational and library practices through ongoing professional learning.

III. Collaboration and Consultation

• Assist staff with familiarization of digital library tools and research resources.

• Participate in evaluating and implementing new library methods and digital tools that advance library and technology goals.

• Foster a creative, flexible environment that establishes the LMC as a welcoming, essential part of the learning community.

• Support resource sharing and interlibrary access to expand materials available to students and staff.

IV. Program Management

• Help maintain print, digital, and technological resources that support the curriculum and reflect the multicultural diversity of the school community.

• Manage daily circulation operations (checking materials in/out, managing overdue notices, and processing lost items) and assist with ordering, inventory, and supply tracking.

• Maintain organized classification, shelving, and cataloging practices for library books and media metadata.

• Promote copyright awareness, fair use principles, and the ethical use of intellectual property among students.

• Assist with guiding volunteers and student helpers within the library media center as assigned.

V. Professional Responsibilities and Development

• Commit to ongoing professional development, staying current with evidence-based practices and antiracist pedagogical frameworks.

• Contribute to the school community by participating in staff meetings, serving on committees, and supporting school activities as directed.

• Maintain a professional, collaborative working relationship with all educational support staff, teachers, administrators, and volunteers.

 Other duties as assigned.

• Mobility, Navigation & Travel: Must move about and traverse throughout the school building and grounds; requires the ability to navigate effectively throughout classrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds for supervision and instruction.
• Stationary Tasks: Often remains in a stationary position for considerable periods of time for instructional delivery, administrative tasks, and meetings.
• Sensory Requirements: Must be able to see and hear continuously to ensure student safety, monitor classroom operations, and provide instruction in active school environments.
• Communication: Must communicate effectively and clearly with students, parents, and district personnel in person, via email, and on the telephone or video conference.
• Manual Dexterity & Technology: Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, or feel. Must be able to operate a computer, input data, and utilize instructional technology and office productivity machinery continuously throughout the day.
• General Physical Strength: Ability to lift, move, and position classroom materials and equipment (up to 30 lbs) such as books, supplies, and bulk student devices.
• Working Environment: Must be able to adapt to dynamic, higher-noise school environments during classroom instruction, recess, and observations.
• Interaction & Focus: Must interact routinely with diverse stakeholders, meet multiple high-level demands simultaneously, and maintain focus on student needs amid frequent interruptions.
• School Environment Exposure: Ability to navigate and function effectively within diverse school settings, including classrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds, which involve varying noise levels and high-activity environments.
• Behavioral De-escalation & Resilience: Capacity to remain calm and professional when exposed to student behavioral challenges or high-stakes emotional situations; ability to model and apply de-escalation techniques as needed.

• Building Principal (and/or designee)
• The performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Framingham Teachers Association (Unit T) Contract.
  
  

• This position is classified as Non-Exempt (Hourly).

• Covered under Framingham Teachers Association (Unit T) Contract.

• The District reserves the right to transfer personnel as needed. 

• Click Here for More Information.