Library Media Assistant, Student Resources & Tech Support

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Auburn City Schools is seeking a Library/Media Aide for an 182-day contract to support the school library media program. You will assist in planning, organizing, and providing access to instructional media, equipment, and technology to students and staff.

Responsibilities include scheduling resources, maintaining records, aiding teachers with information literacy integration, and training faculty in media resources usage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of post-secondary training, or approved equivalent.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the identification, selection or development of short- and long-range goals and objectives for the media program based on student, faculty, and curriculum needs.
• Assist teachers and instructional leaders with the integration of media/information skills into the school program.
• Assist in developing schedules and organizing resources to allow easy access to information and services.
• Assist in the implementation of policies and procedures necessary for the efficient and effective operation of the media center.
• Assist in maintaining complete and accurate records as required by law, system policy and administrative regulations.
• Assist in supervising and utilizing student aides and library volunteers.
• Assist in the selection and acquisition process for media resources and equipment.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of center materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist in the use of current technologies.
• Assist in facilitating the use, maintenance, repair, and inventory of all media center materials and equipment.
• Assist in maintaining a system of records that will provide an appropriate database for evaluating the use and distribution of the media collection and supporting materials and equipment.
• Assist students to acquire library media skills in collaboration with teachers to support classroom instruction.
• Provide assistance to staff and students in the use of resources, services, and equipment.
• Provide reference assistance as requested.
• Use materials, technology, and resources to help meet the learning needs of all students.
• Assist in the establishment, maintenance, and promotion of a collection of current professional resources for administrators and teachers.
• Assist in training faculty in the use of media resources, equipment, and technology.
• Model and maintain high standards of professional conduct.
• Complete all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Set high standards and expectations for self, others, and school.
• Support and participate in school improvement initiatives, services, and programs.
• Contribute to the overall mission of the school by supporting school committees, programs, and services.
• Assist in providing a media services program in a manner that ensures student growth/achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area and/or student program classification.
• Assist in providing appropriate educational opportunities for students to meet their unique needs, talents, interests, and abilities.
• Issue AVL cards to faculty and students.
• Manage and assist in the use of technical equipment located in and associated with the library.
• Provide technical support to students and staff.
• Assist in coordinating annual book fairs as assigned.
• Perform other assigned tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years post-secondary training

Job description

Auburn City Schools is seeking a Library/Media Aide for an 182-day contract to support the school library media program. You will assist in planning, organizing, and providing access to instructional media, equipment, and technology to students and staff.

Responsibilities include scheduling resources, maintaining records, aiding teachers with information literacy integration, and training faculty in media resources usage.