Millis Public Schools is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to support the middle and high school Media Learning Center. The ideal candidate will foster a welcoming space that promotes a love of reading, supports research skills, and encourages student engagement in grades 6–12.
Key Responsibilities:
Library Operations
Check books and materials in and out
Shelve returned items and maintain accurate shelf order
Process new books and materials; perform book minor repairs
Assist with weeding outdated or irrelevant materials
Help with periodic and annual inventory
Support overdue notices and reserve collections
Student and Instructional Support:
Assist students in locating books and using library tools (Destiny Discover, Sora, Millis Public Library catalog)
Provide basic support for student devices and printers
Support students with research and digital literacy skills
Model and encourage responsible digital citizenship
Supervise students to maintain a safe, respectful environment
Track attendance and monitor student behavior
Promotional and Administrative Support:
Help organize library displays, bulletin boards, and signage
Promote literacy events and programs
Assist in developing promotional materials
Provide input on the selection of new resources and help prepare budget requests
Preferred Experience & Skills
Experience with Follett Destiny Library Management Software
Familiarity with middle and high school learners
Background in libraries, education, or related fields
Technological literacy, including:
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail)
Chromebooks and basic troubleshooting
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Comfortable assisting students with a range of learning and life skills needs
Ability to support positive behavior and enforce school expectations
Prior experience in schools or with students with disabilities is a plus
Physical Working Conditions:
Primarily school-based, in a library setting
Involves walking, standing, stooping, and lifting up to 25 pounds
May include assisting students using specialized equipment
Additional Notes:
This is a part-time position, anticipated 10:30-2:30pm schedule to be determined
Candidates with experience supporting students with a range of academic and personal needs are strongly encouraged to apply
Other related duties as assigned by the school principal or librarian