KCDML Facilitator

Library; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Kansas City Public Library seeks a part-time Facilitator to develop and implement digital media and maker-focused programming for teens ages 12–18 at the Southeast Branch in Kansas City, MO. The role requires collaboration with staff, mentorship of youth, and strong communication skills.

Hours are 20 per week, Monday–Thursday 1:00 PM–6:00 PM, with occasional Saturdays. Salary is $20.28/hour plus benefits, and transportation to the Southeast Branch is expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to create safe, inclusive, supportive environments for youth and mentors.
• Intermediate skill in digital/traditional art, animation, academic coaching/tutoring, video production, or 3D design.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities, plan ahead, and communicate status.
• Ability to experiment with new technologies and teach them to others.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement digital media and maker programming with staff collaboration.
• Create a supportive environment for teen skill development and intergenerational collaboration.
• Lead workshops for participants with diverse backgrounds, including ESL learners and disabilities.
• Coordinate and maintain equipment, materials, and supplies for instruction.
• Maintain attendance stats, support program evaluation, and attend meetings/trainings.
• Support KCDML outreach efforts as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth mentorship

Program development

Digital media

Education

Associate in media production/CS/education

Tools

PC & Mac computers

Tablets

Photography/Video equipment

Maker equipment

Job description

Description

Under general supervision of KCDML lead, facilitators develop and implement digital media and maker focused programming for youth ages 12-18. This position requires a high level of teamwork, responsibility, communication, capacity for youth mentorship, as well as the ability to positively and appropriately interact with youth, adults, and the general public.

• Reports to the Southeast KCDML Lead Facilitator.
• 20 hours per week.
• $20.28 per hour, plus benefits.

Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 1:00P.M. - 6:00P.M.

Occasional Saturdays when scheduled.

Location

Southeast Branch: 6242 Swope Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64130

Job Duties (Essential Functions)

1. Works collaboratively with Library staff to design and implement digital media and maker related programming.
2. Creates and maintains a supportive environment that is conducive to skill development and adolescent development based on teen interests, and peer and intergenerational collaboration.
3. Conducts digital media and maker focused workshops with participants of varying backgrounds, including those with disabilities and English as a second language.
4. Coordinates and maintains equipment, materials, and supplies for instruction.
5. Maintains attendance stats, supports program evaluation, and attends all required meetings and training sessions.
6. Participates in KCDML outreach efforts as needed.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

Work is performed at the Southeast Branch. Workspace is shared with co-workers and patrons from a diverse socio-economic community.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions and job requirements of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.

Requirements

1. Ability to create safe, inclusive, supportive, and creative environments for youth and mentors.
2. Demonstrated intermediate skill level within one of the following areas: Digital and traditional art and animation, Academic coaching/tutoring, video production, 3D design and making.
3. Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, plan ahead, anticipate and articulate program needs, and work independently while keeping open communication and providing status reports.
4. Ability to experiment with new technologies, and capacity to adapt them and teach them to others.
5. Ability to operate site-specific equipment including, but not limited to, desk and laptop computers (PC and Mac), tablets, photography and video making equipment, music-making tools and software, maker equipment (i.e. 3D printers, vinyl cutters, Arduinos, etc.).
6. Monitors trends in popular culture and tracks best practices in youth development and technology.
7. Ability to perform in non-traditional learning settings.
8. Ability to work with diverse populations (i.e. age, gender, class, sexual orientation, ethnicity).
9. Reliable transportation to get to KCDML at the Southeast Branch (6242 Swope Parkway), as well as other meetings and/or outreach events.
10. Ability to effectively communicate in and understand English is required. Additional consideration will be given to individuals who are proficient in any non-English languages used in Jackson County, MO, including Spanish, American Sign Language, Vietnamese, French, Arabic, and Swahili.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate in media production, computer science, or education, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Two years plus experience working with middle and high school aged students.

Kansas City Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.