Multi-Media Technician: Aberdeen High School

8 Hours per day

188 work days - 10 paid Holidays

On-going

Benefits available

Position Summary:

To oversee the Aberdeen High School library/multi-media center; assist staff and students on the proper use of library resources and manage technological resources available for use in the library/media center and the jr. high school 1:1 device program.

Primary Responsibilities/Duties:

• Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials, and makes media center materials available to supplement the instructional program.
• Monitors library budget, implements correct purchasing procedures and oversees expenditures.
• Maintains a comprehensive and efficient automated computer circulation system for the cataloging of all media center materials; assists teachers, educational assistants and students on the use of the system.
• Monitor assigned activities and/or program components (e.g. program budgets, student records, purchasing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with financial, legal, and /or administrative requirements.
• Provides training and assistance to students on effective use of library/media center to develop research and information access skills.
• Review, evaluate, select and order learning resource/multi-media materials in accordance with the district selection policy. Maintain the inventory of the collection.
• Manage the circulation and retrieval of library materials with computerized and/or manual checkout and cataloging systems.
• Plan and implement processes for the distribution and storage of media material and equipment.
• Oversees learning resource/multi-media LRCs/para-educators in the performance of their duties.
• Supervises student workers for the purpose of ensuring appropriate class credit and/or learning experience.
• Maintain library/media center collection by identifying materials for repair, discarding and rebinding.
• Establish, implement and monitor standards of behavior in library/media center to provide a positive and productive learning environment.
• Communicate with students, parents and staff in an open and positive manner to provide guidance and encouragement in student achievement.
• Maintain various fiscal information (e.g. budget, purchase orders) for the purpose of updating information and complying with fiscal requirements.
• Prepare and maintain required records and reports.
• Attend and/or participate in all required staff meetings, trainings, and other activities required by the principal and district.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Certificate, or 5 years’ related experience
• WSP and FBI Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Experience as a librarian or multi-media coordinator at the secondary level preferred.
• Ability to provide the leadership and/or participation necessary to ensure that the library media computer program is fully integrated into the school’s curriculum goals.
• Ability to provide the necessary guidance that results in the effective use of the library media center.
• Ability to organize and supervise clerical assistance, student aides, and a parent volunteer program.
• Knowledge of and ability to use and maintain all forms of audiovisual equipment.
• Possess the management and organizational skills necessary to set up and maintain a school library; must demonstrate strong organizational skills.
• Ability to assist teachers develop and assign lessons using support materials.
• Ability to use a computerized circulation system, catalog and information retrieval technology.
• Experience initiating a library/literature enrichment program for students.
• Ability to schedule and manage library schedule and program to meet classroom and student needs.
• Willingness to assist with staff learning opportunities related to new technologies, use and production of a variety of media.
• Provide access to information and ideas by assisting students and staff in identifying informational resources outside the school.
• Ability to systematically develop a collection of resources within the school and access resources outside the school.
• Commitment and ability to plan and work with a full range of students including gifted, mainstreamed special education, transitional bilingual students and students from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work with students in multi-aged groups.
• A strong and positive attitude that each student can learn and has the right an capacity to achieve personal academic excellence.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff and the general public.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with studends, peers and parents.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required for the purpose of maintaining program standards and supporting student achievement.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Aberdeen School District complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to Christi Sayres, Title IX Officer (360) 538-2003 csayres@asd5.org and Dr. Richard K. Bates, Section 504/ADA Coordinator (360) 538-2018 rbates@asd5.org. Aberdeen School District No. 5, 216 North G Street, Aberdeen, Washington 98520.