Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,950 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

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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 resources
• Compile overdue reports and track overdue materials
• Contact parents regarding overdue materials, as necessary
• Collect money for lost and damaged materials
• Generate statistical reports
• Shelve books and other materials in a timely fashion
• Facilitate the ordering and circulation of materials within the school
• Route periodicals to appropriate teachers

Assistance to Students and Staff

• Provide guidance to students in locating materials both in print and online
• Provide readers advisory service for students
• Facilitate and support individual students and classes doing research in the library
• Organize and/or assist in the organization of school based book fairs
• Assist teachers in locating resources for unit planning
• Organize and/or assist with reading promotion activities
• Demonstrate the use of the OPAC for staff and students

Library Automation

• Use international cataloguing standards to create electronic records and to modify imported and existing records in the library database
• Locate and import electronic library records using subscription services and/or the Internet
• Manage database of electronic library records through global changes, authority indexes, and individual updates
• Create and modify various reports including statistics, bibliographies, and database maintenance reports
• Perform and manage automated library inventory

Technology 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 library
• Work with Technology Services personnel in the deployment of IT resources
• Follow EIPS repair procedures for AV and technological equipment
• Maintenance (dust, clean, replace bulbs, etc.) of AV and technological equipment in and adjacent to the library
• Maintain inventory of staff resources including technology

Acquisition of Materials

• Assist the school administration with the library-allocated budget
• Maintain a consideration file for future purchases
• Research to locate the best pricing and availability for various library resources
• Place library materials and supply orders
• Accompany certified staff to book displays and takeaway sales
• Track, verify and monitor orders for missing items and backorders
• Monitor and track periodical orders
• Process 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 students
• Maintain a neat and organized work environment
• Create and maintain an inviting learning environment
• Ensure 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 materials
• Repair damaged library materials as necessary
• Prepare displays and bulletin boards
• Promote library resources (displays, bibliographies, reports, book talks, reading to students, etc.)
• Prepare and maintain library and computer lab schedules
• Filing
• Manage 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 Corner”
• In combined school/public libraries, provide liaison with public library staff
• Submit library information/events in school monthly newsletters
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Library Technician Diploma (2 year)
• Equivalencies may be considered

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of general library operations along with a knowledge of various specific routines and practices that are common to all libraries

• Knowledge of library automation systems and the ability to learn new systems and software programs

• A comprehensive knowledge of MARC, AACR2, Dewey Decimal System, and standardized subject headings

• Knowledge of computers in a networked environment

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, Internet and e-mail applications

• Knowledge of general office equipment

• Ability to operate and perform minor repairs on audio-visual equipment

• Good troubleshooting skills

• Good organizational skills

• The ability to maintain consistent routines and practices with an attention to detail and accuracy

• Good oral and written communication skills including library advocacy

• Good interpersonal skills

• Ability to take direction as well as be self-motivated and work independently

• Personal qualities such as flexibility, patience, sensitivity, tolerance, enthusiasm, creativity and imagination

• Ability to work successfully with students, staff, and other educational professionals

• Ability to coordinate activities for students and staff which enhance student learning

EDUCATIONAL 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 Diploma
• Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education would be an asset
• A First Aid certificate would be an asset
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training would be an asset
• Courses related to working with students with special needs would also be an asset
• Minimum of one year related experience

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Strong oral and listening communication skills

• Strong interpersonal skills combined with tact and diplomacy

• Strong organizational skills, time management skills and pacing skills to support student scheduling

• Reliability and dependability

• Ability to work effectively as an active team member in cooperation with other team members and students

• Comfort and competency working with personal computers and other technologies to support student learning, including communication devices

• Ability to respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity

• Ability to respond appropriately to challenging behaviours of students

• Ability to effectively utilize crisis intervention strategies

• Ability to demonstrate flexibility in work assignments

• Willingness to tend to the personal care needs of students if required

Note: 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 780-467-5591 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 1-877-900-5627 or email .”