Media Assistant; Grades: 9-12

Job Description - Media Assistant (Grades: 9-12) (RTP)

• Ensure students have access to books and materials needed for school assignments and research
• Shelve and maintain books and materials
• Assist with the supply of books and materials for promotional reading programs throughout the years including RAH, RIF, EBL, and Book-It
• Ensure the physical upkeep of the media center is neat and organized, including straightening shelves, and arranging displays
• Complete required paperwork including book orders and overdue/lost notices
• Maintain a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all media center materials and instruct teachers and students on use of the system
• Assist students in the skills related to reading, research, production of materials, and use of information technologies
• Promote life‑long learning by fostering positive attitudes toward libraries
• Assist users in identifying, locating, and interpreting information
• Promote appropriate conduct of students using media and other facilities
• Promotes the library media program, services, and materials by maintaining a positive relationship with students, staff, and the community
• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required of this job:

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency), plus one of the following:
  Associate degree, 48 college credit hours, or pass a district administered assessment test.
• One year of general clerical experience; experience working with children in an academic setting a plus
• Demonstrated knowledge of current literature, trends, methods, and developments in the area of media and instructional technology
• Demonstrated ability to use common audio-visual materials, equipment, and computer technology
• Assist with the supply of books and materials for promotional reading programs throughout the years including RAH, RIF, EBL, and Book-It
• Ensure the physical upkeep of the media center is neat and organized, including straightening shelves, and arranging displays
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession