2026-27 Media Technology Assistant I-Zach Elementary School

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 25,072 - 28,075; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

A school district in Colorado seeks a Library/Media Center Assistant responsible for supervising students, managing library materials, and assisting staff. The ideal candidate has at least two years of college coursework and experience in a media center is preferred. This ongoing position offers benefits like health and dental insurance, with working hours from 7:15 AM to 2:45 PM, Monday to Friday. The role involves financial duties and inventory management, along with the supervision of library volunteers.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school media center or computer lab preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order in the Library/Media Center and assist students.
• Supervise students and demonstrate library skills.
• Manage the library automation system and assist staff.

Skills

Library skills

Research assistance

Inventory management

Financial duties

Education

Two years of college course work

Job description

Please Note: This position will close on the Poudre School District job board on March 24, 2026. Connecting CO automatically sets postings to expire after 30 days, but you can view the most up-to-date status and apply directly through our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5582031

Application Instructions: Please apply directly on our job board via the external link provided. Applications submitted through Connecting CO will not be reviewed. Apply directly through our job board here: https://psdschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5582031

Position Details: Scheduled days/hours: Monday – Friday, 7:15 AM – 2:45 PM at Zach Elementary School.

Pay Range: $18.20–$20.38/hr, based on qualifications and experience.

Hours per day: 7

Work calendar days: 186

Duration: Ongoing

Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk‑in clinic, and other optional benefit elections.

SUMMARY

Responsible for maintaining the order and functionality of the Library/Media Center, including supervising and assisting students in library skills, managing the circulation of materials and equipment, and assisting students and staff with locating appropriate materials. The position may not have a Licensed Media Specialist in the Media Center at all times.

JOB TASKS

• Supervise and assist students in the Library/Media Center by demonstrating library skills, assisting in research and location of materials, training on the use of online resources and ILL and library automation systems, checking in/out materials and/or equipment, and assisting with administering discipline. Teach literacy/educational technology and computer skills under the supervision of the Media Specialist.
• Use the library automation system to circulate and find materials, manage student checkout and notifications of overdue materials, and create reports and bibliographies.
• Assist teachers and staff with filling requests for materials or information by researching and locating materials, checking in/out materials and/or equipment, and/or copying, laminating and poster making. Inform teachers of new materials available.
• Coordinate the work of library volunteers and student assistants under the direction of the Media Specialist.
• Maintain a record‑keeping system to track teacher and student use of library.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform financial duties including collecting fines, assisting with selecting and ordering of materials, maintaining petty cash billing and collecting money for media services such as copying, laminating and poster making, and/or maintaining the Media Center budget. Assist Media Specialist with media technology budget.
• Assist with managing audio/visual equipment, resources and programs, including setting up and maintaining video equipment for use during or after school hours, publicizing video programs available to teachers, managing the video streaming and video distribution systems, and assisting in the video production studio.
• Assist the Media Specialist or a licensed educator with professional development on digital applications, library or computer systems.
• Assist with setup and management of online testing databases such as MAPS, STAR and other student testing.
• Assist with scheduling and setup of special events.
• Participate in district media and/or technology committees and attend appropriate inservices, building meetings, trainings and/or school functions.
• Complete and reconcile inventory of print and non-print materials and equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• Two years of college coursework in education, library media, computer technology or a related field plus three years of library or instructional paraprofessional experience.
• Experience in a school media center or computer lab preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
• Criminal background check required for hire.

Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [e-mail].