Middle School Media Aide

Humboldt Unified School District•Prescott Valley, AZ

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides a crucial role in supporting the educational objectives of the school by managing the media center and providing students and staff with access to information resources, including all forms of digital literacy, coding and online educational resources, various forms of media, technology, and information literacy.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations, district procedures and Board policies
Knowledge of information literacy principles
Knowledge of educational technologies and digital resources
Ability to work effectively with students
Ability to do perform multiple administrative functions simultaneously
Ability to do mathematical computations
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to produce accurate work and complete assignments with minimal supervision
Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members
Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response
High school diploma required
Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements
Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance
Demonstrated general proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

Oversees the day-to-day operations of the school library and learning center
Maintains an organized and inviting library space conducive to learning and research
Manages the acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of print and digital resources
Collaborates with teachers to integrate information literacy skills into the curriculum
Conducts regular sessions to teach students how to locate, evaluate, and use information effectively
Promotes digital literacy, ethical use of information, and responsible technology use
Stays updated on educational trends, curriculum changes, and new technologies
Selects and acquire a diverse range of print and digital resources that support the school's curriculum
Curates collections that reflect the interests and needs of the middle school population
Assists teachers in incorporating technology into their lessons
Manages and troubleshoot technology resources within the library and learning center
Stays informed about emerging educational technologies and trends
Works collaboratively with classroom teachers to plan and implement research projects and activities
Supports interdisciplinary projects that integrate media and information literacy skills
Fosters a positive and collaborative learning environment within the library and learning center
Develops and implement promotional activities to encourage library and learning center use
Communicates regularly with parents, teachers, and administrators about library and learning center initiatives
Engages in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational and library trends
Attends workshops, conferences, and training sessions related to media and information literacy
Checks in and maintains records for laptops (1:1 and laptop carts)
Works with IT for any damages/repairs for laptops
Monitors status of overdue books and print overdue notices when required
Monitors interlibrary loans such as teacher requested materials between schools via the district mailing or use of public libraries
Repairs library materials as needed
Collects money for lost or damaged books, media, or laptops