Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other
Educational Instruction and Library
The work spans education programs and libraries rather than one fixed job. Typical tasks include helping develop and run programs, cataloging and organizing library materials, updating educational resources, and preparing instructional materials and aids. It also includes instructional support for students and educators, plus the administrative work that keeps those settings running. Some people spend more time on the library side; others on program support — the mix depends on the employer. It suits people who like organizing materials, assisting others with finding or using resources, and handling routine office work tied to instruction or collections.
Annual Median Wage in Field (2025)
$50'890
Median Wage Market Position
$50'890
What you might do
- Help plan and run educational programs
- Catalog and organize library books and materials
- Give instructional support to students and teachers
- Keep educational resources current and in order
- Put together teaching materials and classroom aids
- Handle routine education and library paperwork
Skills that matter
- Help designing and running education programs
- Cataloging and organizing library collections
- Instructional support for students and educators
- Keeping educational resources current and usable
- Aids and materials ready for instruction
- Administrative tasks for schools and libraries
AI & the future of this role
Many specialized education and library duties involve organizing information, preparing instructional resources, and routine patron or staff support that software may streamline. In-person service and local program judgment still matter, but exposure looks higher where work is largely document- or screen-based.
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