KCDML Facilitator

KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY•Kansas City, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the KCDML lead, the KCDML Facilitator develops and implements digital media and maker-focused programming for youth ages 12–18. The role calls for teamwork, responsibility, strong communication, youth mentorship, and appropriate interaction with youth, adults, and the public. The position reports to the Southeast KCDML Lead Facilitator and works at the Southeast Branch in Kansas City, Missouri. It is scheduled for 20 hours per week, Monday through Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with occasional Saturdays when scheduled. Compensation is $20.28 per hour, plus benefits. The Facilitator collaborates with Library staff to develop programming, creates a supportive setting for skill and adolescent development, and leads workshops for participants with varied backgrounds, including people with disabilities and people who speak English as a second language. The role also involves coordinating equipment and supplies, maintaining attendance statistics, supporting program evaluation, attending required meetings and training, and participating in outreach as needed. Work is performed at the Southeast Branch in a shared workspace with coworkers and patrons from a diverse socioeconomic community. Duties may change, and reasonable accommodations may be made to support employees with disabilities, absent undue hardship.

Requirements

Ability to create safe, inclusive, supportive, and creative environments for youth and mentors.
Demonstrated intermediate skill in at least one of the following: digital and traditional art and animation, academic coaching or tutoring, video production, or 3D design and making.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, plan ahead, anticipate and articulate program needs, work independently, communicate openly, and provide status reports.
Ability to experiment with new technologies, adapt them, and teach them to others.
Ability to operate site-specific equipment, including PC and Mac desktop and laptop computers, tablets, photography and video equipment, music-making tools and software, and maker equipment such as 3D printers, vinyl cutters, and Arduinos.
Ability to monitor popular-culture trends and track best practices in youth development and technology.
Ability to work in non-traditional learning settings.
Ability to work with diverse populations across age, gender, class, sexual orientation, and ethnicity.
Reliable transportation to the Southeast Branch and to other meetings or outreach events.
Ability to communicate effectively in and understand English.
Associate degree in media production, computer science, or education, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
More than two years of experience working with middle- and high-school-aged students.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in a non-English language used in Jackson County, Missouri, including Spanish, American Sign Language, Vietnamese, French, Arabic, or Swahili.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Library staff to design and implement digital media and maker-related programming.
Create and maintain a supportive environment that promotes skill development and adolescent development, based on teen interests and peer and intergenerational collaboration.
Conduct digital media and maker-focused workshops for participants of varying backgrounds, including participants with disabilities and those who speak English as a second language.
Coordinate and maintain instructional equipment, materials, and supplies.
Maintain attendance statistics and support program evaluation.
Attend required meetings and training sessions.
Participate in KCDML outreach efforts as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.