Media Technology Assistant II - Harris Bilingual Elementary
Information specific to this position: Candidate must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
Pay Range: $18.51 - $20.73 (min – 12% above min)/hr*
Hours/day: 7 hours
Work calendar days: 185 days
Duration of position: Ongoing
Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, as well as other optional benefit elections.
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SUMMARY:
Responsible for supporting library, media and technology programming in a school. Assist in the management and circulation of library materials, textbooks, laptops, and equipment. Maintain the order and functionality of the Library Media Technology Center including supervising and supporting students. Work closely with staff to support educational objectives. May guide work of student aides. There may not be a Licensed Media Specialist on staff at the assigned school.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Description of Job Tasks
1. Supervise, assist and support students in the use of Library/Media Technology Center materials, resources and equipment; including use of online resources, Inter Library Loans and library automation system.
2. Use the library automation system to circulate and find materials and manage student check in/out of textbooks, class novels, library books, laptops and equipment. Support students with use of laptops and provide basic troubleshooting.
3. Select, develop and maintain the library collection including reviewing, researching, purchasing, inventorying, shelving, repairing and deleting books, magazines, and DVDs. Assist staff with filling requests for materials or information by researching, ordering and locating materials, checking in/out materials and/or equipment, laminating and scanning. Evaluate, recommend, order and process department class novel replacements. Inform staff of new materials available.
4. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
5. Promote Library/Media Technology Center services, resources and/or projects by creating exhibits, presentations and flyers. Provide materials, teaching guides, handout and citation resources to support curriculum and district standards. May coordinate the work of library volunteers or student assistants under direction of the Media Specialist or Technology Systems Site Manager.
6. Collect money for media services and maintain and reconcile cash drawer with bookkeeper. Provide documentation on financial transactions. May utilize and be responsible for a district issued purchasing card.
7. Support the site literacy/education technology instructional program by developing instructional materials that support media and technology content standards. Collaborate with teachers to support education objectives.
8. Participate in district and/or site media/technology committees and attend appropriate inservices, building meetings, trainings and school functions.
9. Aid with student testing. Assist with scheduling, promoting, and set-up of special events.
10. Complete and reconcile inventory of print and non-print materials and equipment.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES:
• Two years of college course work in education, library media, computer technology or related field
• Three to five years of library, media, or technology experience
• Experience working in a school library and/or technology lab/center preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable
• Criminal background check required for hire
Questions regarding this position can be directed to talent@psdchools.org
Apply at https://psdschools.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=7790