Student Aides in the Library
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Student Aides in the LibraryMost students who work in the library are interested in books, reading, or gathering information.You will also need the following:
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an attitude of helpfulness
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be willing to do any task assigned
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know how to use computers or be willing to learn
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have good alphabetizing skills
The job of library aide is NOT for those who:-
are impatient
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dislike detail
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do not like to be told what to do
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are not independent workers
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enroll just because they want to get out of another class
Items on which you will be graded:-
Student is on time and ready to work at the bell
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Student interacts positviely with staff and patrons. Student is helpful and respectful to staff and patrons
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Student understands and does assigned book shelving without supervision
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Student's assigned shelves are neat and in order
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Student knows how to use the library equipment and is able to provide assistance to patrons when needed
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Student willingly responds to request from staff for help
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Student looks for jobs that need doing beyond assigned work
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When jobs are finished, student uses time effectively for reading or studying
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Students looks for ways to improve library service or systems
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