Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta serving the education needs of approximately 17950 students in 43 schools. Every day the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming current resources and practical professional learning opportunities.
EIPS is recruiting a temporary full-time Library Technician / Educational Assistant at Brentwood Elementary.
Brentwood Elementary serves approximately 425 students in kindergarten to Grade 6 with 21 teaching staff and 12 support staff. The school is located in Sherwood Park AB.
Three unique programs operate at Brentwood including the Elementary program for kindergarten to Grade 6 the Logos Christian program for kindergarten to Grade 6 and the specialized Generating Occupational Academic and Life Skills (GOALS) program for grades 1 to 6. While protecting the integrity of each all staff and students work together as part of the Brentwood family.
- Commencing December 8 2025
- Ending June 24 2026
- 32.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 6.5 hours per day) Library Technician 3.25 hours / day Educational Assistant 3.25 hours / day
- Open to internal and external applicants
- Click on Sign in with Employee Email to be considered an internal applicant
LIBRARY TECHNICIAN
The Library Technician assists students teachers and support staff in effectively utilizing the learning resources available within the library / learning commons. The library technician must understand the standardized technical procedures that exist in all libraries and must be an information specialist in all forms including books periodicals and online resources. The Library Technician will maintain the library / learning commons through team planning and application of standardized library policies and procedures. This individual receives direction from the school administration.
Circulation Services
Input and monitor the circulation of library resourcesCompile overdue reports and track overdue materialsContact parents regarding overdue materials as necessaryCollect money for lost and damaged materialsGenerate statistical reportsShelve books and other materials in a timely fashionFacilitate the ordering and circulation of materials within the schoolRoute periodicals to appropriate teachersAssistance to Students and Staff
Provide guidance to students in locating materials both in print and onlineProvide readers advisory service for studentsFacilitate and support individual students and classes doing research in the libraryOrganize and / or assist in the organization of school based book fairsAssist teachers in locating resources for unit planningOrganize and / or assist with reading promotion activitiesDemonstrate the use of the OPAC for staff and studentsLibrary Automation
Use international cataloguing standards to create electronic records and to modify imported and existing records in the library databaseLocate and import electronic library records using subscription services and / or the InternetManage database of electronic library records through global changes authority indexes and individual updatesCreate and modify various reports including statistics bibliographies and database maintenance reportsPerform and manage automated library inventoryTechnology and Equipment
Assist students and teachers with the operation of computers (including Internet email word processing spreadsheets and other applications)Assist students and teachers with the operation of AV and technological equipment (may include computer projectors photocopier laminator etc.)Troubleshoot computer and equipment problems in and adjacent to the libraryWork with Technology Services personnel in the deployment of IT resourcesFollow EIPS repair procedures for AV and technological equipmentMaintenance (dust clean replace bulbs etc.) of AV and technological equipment in and adjacent to the libraryMaintain inventory of staff resources including technologyAcquisition of Materials
Assist the school administration with the library-allocated budgetMaintain a consideration file for future purchasesResearch to locate the best pricing and availability for various library resourcesPlace library materials and supply ordersAccompany certified staff to book displays and takeaway salesTrack verify and monitor orders for missing items and backordersMonitor and track periodical ordersProcess new materials (organizing taping covering stamping bar-coding etc.)Library Maintenance and Organization
Train and provide functional supervision to library volunteers student helpers and work-experience studentsMaintain a neat and organized work environmentCreate and maintain an inviting learning environmentEnsure books and materials are properly filed on the shelves (shelf-reading)Under the direction of certificated staff manage the library collection by organizing monitoring and weeding materialsRepair damaged library materials as necessaryPrepare displays and bulletin boardsPromote library resources (displays bibliographies reports book talks reading to students etc.)Prepare and maintain library and computer lab schedulesFilingManage library mail and email.Other Duties
Supervise students in the library (writing exams distance learning packages etc.)Manage and circulate other resources (textbooks novel study materials parent library laptops etc.)Manage and supervise Career CornerIn combined school / public libraries provide liaison with public library staffSubmit library information / events in school monthly newslettersOther duties as assignedEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School DiplomaLibrary Technician Diploma (2 year)Equivalencies may be consideredDemonstrated Skills and Competencies
Knowledge of general library operations along with a knowledge of various specific routines and practices that are common to all librariesKnowledge of library automation systems and the ability to learn new systems and software programsA comprehensive knowledge of MARC AACR2 Dewey Decimal System and standardized subject headingsKnowledge of computers in a networked environmentKnowledge of word processing spreadsheet Internet and e-mail applicationsKnowledge of general office equipmentAbility to operate and perform minor repairs on audio-visual equipmentGood troubleshooting skillsGood organizational skillsThe ability to maintain consistent routines and practices with an attention to detail and accuracyGood oral and written communication skills including library advocacyGood interpersonal skillsAbility to take direction as well as be self-motivated and work independentlyPersonal qualities such as flexibility patience sensitivity tolerance enthusiasm creativity and imaginationAbility to work successfully with students staff and other educational professionalsAbility to coordinate activities for students and staff which enhance student learningEDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT
Educational Assistants (EAs) assist teachers with many instructional and non-instructional tasks in the classroom and with other school activities. EAs work as members of the school and student support team. EAs either work with a particular special needs student or a group of students within a class or in a special program.
The EA provides routine and repetitive instructional support. Under the direction of the teacher an EA assists the student in acquiring the education and skills necessary for advancement in the educational setting. To reach this objective the EA follows an individually prescribed learning program through team planning and working one-on-one with the student(s). This involves routine recording basic charting and logging of observations. EAs may provide personal care and additional assistance for students depending on their particular needs.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School DiplomaEducational Assistant Certificate or comparable education would be an assetA First Aid certificate would be an assetNon-Violent Crisis Intervention training would be an assetCourses related to working with students with special needs would also be an assetMinimum of one year related experienceDemonstrated Skills and Competencies
Strong oral and listening communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills combined with tact and diplomacyStrong organizational skills time management skills and pacing skills to support student schedulingReliability and dependabilityAbility to work effectively as an active team member in cooperation with other team members and studentsComfort and competency working with personal computers and other technologies to support student learning including communication devicesAbility to respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversityAbility to respond appropriately to challenging behaviours of studentsAbility to effectively utilize crisis intervention strategiesAbility to demonstrate flexibility in work assignmentsWillingness to tend to the personal care needs of students if requiredNote : This position might require lifting and carrying demands that require the ability to bend at the waist stoop and twist frequently the ability to lift between 10 to 50 lbs. the ability to carry push and pull between 10 to 50 lbs. and the ability to stand walk and sit frequently. The incumbent may be subject to the challenging behaviours of students.
For further information contact John Murphy Assistant Principal at or email .
Only online applications will be accepted.
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.
If you require assistance with the application system please call Apply to Education at 1- or email .
Required Experience :
IC
Key Skills
Accounting Software,Bidding,HR Administration,Aerospace,LNG
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
