Media Assistant - 4 hours per day

Media Assistant

Job Goal:
Provide operational, clerical, and instructional support for the school library, ensuring efficient circulation, accurate resource management, and equitable access to library services that enhance student learning and engagement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer and related software
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Vision and hearing adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner

Core

Job Functions:

• Perform a wide variety of clerical tasks including patron picture uploads, creating spine labels, barcode labels and replacements when needed
• Check books in and out of library
• Beginning of year textbook checkout
• Running patron, library, and resource reports
• Manage Destiny under the supervision of the Media/Tech Teacher
• Shelve books and make minor repairs
• Operate library and technology equipment
• Manage loss/overdue fines and fees
• Catalog new materials and perform library weeding
• Carry out library collection inventory
• Assist with yearly textbook inventory
• Assist students with book selection and technology assistance
• Operate and care for school districts' equipment properly
• Follow district policies as outlined
• Perform all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by supervisors
• Communicate regularly with school leadership
• Maintain flexible access to library services and learning spaces to maximize student engagement and instructional support
• Be flexible and perform other duties relating to general job function as assigned by supervisor
• Model appropriate use of digital and printed resources
• Work collaboratively and individually to design, develop, and implement programs that encourage reading for enjoyment and for information
• Oversee library operations, collection development, acquisitions, circulation, inventory systems, and resource management software
• Encourage flexible access to the programs and services of the library media program.
• Curate and manage digital resources, databases, and instructional tools aligned to instructional goals
• Perform other duties assigned to support the overall objective of the position

Core Values:

• Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, quality and our most important product.
• Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler and we intend for all our students, staff and patrons to have the opportunity, tools and ability to succeed and excel.
• Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale enhancing model.
• Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity and reliability are the foundations of our organization.
• Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. We are supported by our community because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities:

• Promote positive interactions with colleagues
• Promote positive interactions with students, parents, and community members
• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Positively accept direction
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis
• Be a positive role model for students
• Adhere to district and school rules and procedures

Physical Requirements

• Positions in this classification often require physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, and sitting.
• The job involves finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), and focusing ability.
• Employees may be exposed to travel, odors, dust, poor ventilation, workspace restrictions, and loud noises.
• The work may require lifting or exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• Reasonable accommodation may be available for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
• The physical demands described are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential job functions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Note:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

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