Library Media Associate, Greeley Central High School

Position Type:
School Support/Library/Media Associate Date Posted:
4/16/2024 Location:
Greeley Central High School Closing Date:
Until Filled Library Media Associate, Greeley Central High School (2024-2025 School Year) Classification: Non-Exempt Date Posted: April 16, 2024 Salary: $17.15 per hour plus benefits/Range 15
Additional salary credit may be given for internal transfers and recent Greeley-Evans School District 6 reh ires, up to $27.49 per hour plus benefits Contract Length/ Days : (2024-2025/180) Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). To learn more about our benefits, please see our Benefits Overview. Paid Leave : Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays. More information about leave options available to Classified employees can be found in the Board of Education Policy Manual . Reports to: School Principal Deadline for application: Until filled EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:
AA degree or 48 semester hours or passing scores on WorkKeys exam
Preferred:
CPI training (training provided)
CPR/First Aid (training provided)
Any other combination of related education, experience, or training JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary/Objective: The Library/Media and/or SMART Lab Associate assists in providing a well-organized, smooth functioning, information center that supports students as they strive to effectively use information and technology to become productive citizens and lifelong learners. May work together with the classroom teachers to provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning class environment in the library or SMART Lab. May assist students with software, provide lab skill lessons, and accommodate a wide range of activities, tools and materials. The associate is not expected to know all of the SMART Lab technology before starting the position. There will be a training period and ongoing support on both the technology and the curriculum.

Essential Functions

• Facilitates day-to-day operations in the SMART Lab.
• Collaborates and communicates with staff on student behavior and student time in the SMART Lab.
• Coaches students on the use of lab hardware and software and guides students through the completion of projects.
• Advocates for the program and works collaboratively with faculty members, students, and parents on the capabilities and use of the SmartLab.
• Aids in the formation and future scope of this program.
• Updates and maintains digital resources in the SmartLab.
• Facilitates learning in a project-based classroom that blends online curriculum with hands-on projects.
• Remains flexible and open to facilitating the use of an ever-changing set of SmartLab resources.
• Circulates library information center, books, media, and other material to all students, staff and parents. Communicates with library information center users regarding status of their circulation records: provides circulation reports, class reports, overdue notices, and parent letters. Keeps patron records current. Maintains and updates patron records.
• Assists staff and students with the operation of technology hardware, including but not limited to: computers, laser disc players, scanners, video cameras, VCRs, laminators, CD ROM drives, digital cameras, printers, fax machines, copiers, Alpha Smarts, unsophisticated video distribution systems.
• Oversees the general appearance of library, including daily, seasonal, and special event displays of books and bulletin boards.
• May participate in Duty Schedule once daily and Specials Duty rotation recess/lunchroom.
• May be required to attend staff meetings and Building PD classes.
• May be asked to be member of one committee and help supervise one student club (building expectation for all certified and classified.)
• Recruits, organizes and gives directions to volunteers and staff for daily library jobs, book fairs, author visits, children's literacy clubs, special events and school wide activities.
• Performs other SMART Lab and library information center-related duties as assigned.

Additional Qualifications: Experience with problem/project-based learning and/or STEAM education is preferred. Candidates must not be intimidated by new technology and must be able to help students figure out the answers to technology questions. Ability to communicate effectively and interact/deal tactfully with students, parents, volunteers, faculty and administrators. Ability to respond to urgent situations with flexibility and efficiency, while maintaining courteous and professional relationship with staff, students, parents, and public. Knowledge of basic library materials, terminology and routines, i.e., reference, circulation, etc. Knowledge of current technology, including Google Drive. Ability to use good emotional judgment and common sense. Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy. Bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful but not required in all schools. Ability to perform all functions of the position with an interest to learn. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position. Supervisory Responsibilities : None Work Environment/ Physical Demands: Ability to sit for long periods of time, numerous distractions, visual, auditory and ambulatory acuity are important. Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds. Travel: None Thank you for your interest in working for Greeley-Evans School District 6. Please feel free to contact our Human Resource Office at with any questions. EEO/AAP Statement
Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or disability. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. Complaint procedures have been established for current employees, prospective employees, and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is as follows:
James Donahue, Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer
1025 Ninth Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631
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