Assistant, Media;

Position Overview

Position Type:
Student Support/Instructional Assistants / Asst-Media

Posted: 12/16/2025 |

Location:

Willow Elementary |

Date Available:

01/06/2026 | Hiring Until Filled

The elementary school media assistant works in the school library or media center, supporting both students and teachers with various media and information needs. The role focuses on helping students and teachers use resources effectively to make learning engaging and accessible.

• Library Support
  • Assist students with finding and checking out books.
  • Help organize and catalog books, magazines, and other resources.
  • Monitor the condition of library materials, ensuring they are in good shape.
• Media Center Assistance
  • Help manage and maintain audiovisual equipment such as projectors, computers, and cameras.
  • Set up technology for classroom projects and events.
  • Assist teachers in integrating media resources (books, videos, etc.) into lessons.
• Technology Support
  • Support students and staff in using educational software and tools.
  • Troubleshoot basic tech issues (computers, tablets, printers).
• Media Instruction
  • Teach students how to use library resources and technology for research and learning.
  • Help students develop skills for searching online databases, using digital tools, and evaluating online content.
• Creating a Positive Learning Environment
  • Foster a welcoming space where students can read, research, or work on projects.
  • Organize special events such as author visits, book fairs, and themed reading programs.
• Collaboration with Teachers
  • Help teachers find resources and materials for lesson planning.
  • Collaborate with teachers to enhance students' learning experiences through media and technology.
• Participate in professional development, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Education:
  
  A high school education is required; advanced training is preferred.
• Certification:
  None required, but certification through training and professional associations is desirable.
• Experience:
  
  None required, office experience preferred.
• Skills and Knowledge:
  Human relations, word processing, data entry, computer and office skills.
• Other:
  Ability to maintain a positive relationship with pupils, staff, parents, and the community.

Regularly required to sit, stand, and use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. Frequently walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus.

The Avon Community School Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in admission to its programs, services, or activities, or in employment practices.

Ms. Kristin Williams
Director of Human Resources
7203

E. US Highway 36
Avon, IN 46123