Library Practice Assistant NMMS Library Media Center

Welcome We are so glad that you are here. In order to maintain a Library Media Center, it takes a great deal of time and effort. In order for our patrons to find what they need quickly, promote community service projects, run 2 book fairs, and make the environment a place where people like to gather, it needs to be organized. Your assistance will make a difference. You will also learn how to put books away correctly, repair and maintain the collection, perform basic duties at the front desk, and assist students and staff when needed. Be sure to stop at the MS office when you arrive, sign in, and get a name tag. Sign out when you leave too. We look forward to working with you. Please be sure to follow the checklist so that your orientation can be completed.

Books On The Shelf Check Drop Boxes for Returned Books and Magazines Put Non Fiction (NF) Away By The Dewey Decimal System Put Fiction (FIC) Away By Alpha Put Magazines (Mags) In The Display Or In Archives Put Textbooks Away In The Book Room There are special sections such as: Reference Collections Picture Books Picture Books Graphic Novel Chicken Soup Spanish Comic Style

Assist Staff and Students Students may ask for help with locating a book, using our catalog, and finding sections in our Library such as REF. Students may need help with research on their computers, how to print, and or how to use an application. They may bring a PC or Chrome for repair and need a ticket filled out. You may need to help them navigate the sign in/out procedure. Staff may need to ask questions regarding an upcoming event, leave a PC or Chrome for repair and need a ticket filled out. Staff may also need to leave a message for the Librarian. Be precise.

“Hello, MS Library, Library Aide Speaking” Front Desk Duties Answer the Phone “Hello, MS Library, Library Aide Speaking” Answer Questions Confirm that a student has a pass to the Library Check In/Out Books Quick Repair

Book and Periodical Processing Remove Sales Slips, Flyers, and Cards (mags) Stamp Barcode Lexile (books) Cover if Needed (books) Give to Librarian for Cataloging Plastic Cover, Put up in Mag Stand, and Archive Old (mags) Spine Label (books)

Book Maintenance Minor repair at the front desk-taping a spine or edge. Put books into repair mode if needing major repair. Recover Glue page and or binding.

Cleaning The Library Shelf Order Dusting Straightening Furniture Straighten the Magazine Rack and Computer Area Fill Printers With Paper Change Displayed Books

Errands and Special Tasks Deliver computers, lamination, and or books to teachers and office staff. Be sure to check that your name tag is visible. When entering a classroom, be sure to enter quietly and wait for the teacher to address you. Never interrupt a lecture session. Be polite and helpful. You are a representative of the MS Library. You may be asked to do the following: Make Copies Prepare Class Pckts Put Up Bulletin Board Hang Signs in the Library and Hallways Assist With Setting Up Sound Systems Library Promotions Assist With Set Up, Be a Part of the Student Crew, and Take Down the Book Fair Help With the Annual Giving Tree and Food Drive Community Service Projects Assist With Any Upcoming Events Such As Pentagames, Presenters, and Any Other Special Events That Come Up

We Conclude Our Presentation Again, we are glad you are here!