KCDML Facilitator

The Kansas City Public Library • Kansas City, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the 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, communication, youth mentorship, and positive, appropriate interaction with youth, adults, and the public. The position reports to the Southeast KCDML Lead Facilitator.

This is a 20-hour-per-week position at the Southeast Branch, 6242 Swope Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64130. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with occasional Saturdays when scheduled. Work takes place in a shared workspace with coworkers and patrons from a diverse socioeconomic community.

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 communicate program needs, work independently, maintain open communication, 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 perform 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 effectively communicate 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree