ESS Substitute Media Tech

This opportunity is at Poudre School District-Northern Colorado-R-1

Media Tech Substitute

Responsible for maintaining the order and functionality of the Library / Media Center, including supervising and assisting students in library skills, managing the circulation of materials and equipment, and assisting students and staff with locating appropriate materials.

There may not be a Licensed Media Specialist in the Media Center at all times

Description of Job Tasks

Supervise, and assist students in the Library / Media Center by demonstrating library skills, assisting in research and location of materials, training on the use of on-line resources and ILL and library automation systems, checking in / out materials and / or equipment, and assisting with administering discipline.

Teach literacy / educational technology and computer skills under the supervision of the Media Specialist

• Use the library automation system to circulate and find materials, manage student check out and notifications of overdue materials, and create reports and bibliographies
• Assist teachers and staff with filling requests for materials or information by researching and locating materials, checking in / out materials and / or equipment, and / or copying, laminating and poster making.

Inform teachers of new materials available

• Maintain a record keeping system to track teacher and student use of library
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner
• Assist with managing audio / visual equipment, resources and programs, including setting up and maintaining video equipment for use during or after school hours, publicizing video programs available to teachers, managing the video streaming and video distribution systems, and assisting in the video production studio
• Perform other duties as assigned

Technical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :

• Oral and written communication skills
• English language skills
• Interpersonal relations skills
• Mathematical skills including basic calculations and application of basic math concepts
• Personal computer and keyboarding skills
• Bilingual oral and written communication skills may be required or preferred
• Knowledge of Dewey Decimal system
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, use time efficiently, demonstrate attention to detail, follow instructions and respond to management direction
• Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job
• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building and department procedures
• Ability to participate and work in a team environment
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

Materials and Equipment Operating Knowledge :

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers, office productivity software, and peripherals
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.
• Operating knowledge of and experience library automation systems preferred

Qualifications

• CO Background Check-Level I-CBI / FBI
• Minimum HS Diploma / GED or equivalent
• CPR / First Aid Certification (offered through PSD or an outside agency)
• ESS required documents.

Pay Rates : $17.67 / hr

About ESS

As leaders in the education staffing space since 2000, ESS specializes in placing qualified staff in daily, long-term, and permanent K-12 school district positions including substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and other school support staff.

Over the last 23 years, we have innovated education staffing to provide dynamic solutions to school districts and professional opportunities to passionate educators.

Our team serves over 5 million students with a pool of 92,000 substitute and permanent employees throughout 34 states. Internally, the ESS team is comprised of 650 individuals with a passion for education working together to ensure our 900 partner districts experience valuable education every day.

We provide our employees with the ability to work in school districts across the country in addition to benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development.

ESS Diversity Statement

ESS continuously works to create an environment where all its employees - regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, age or abilities - can work to the fullest of their potential in a fair and welcoming space.

Believing that a diverse company is more innovative and successful, we have embraced diversity to ensure that we are empowered to make sure that "Every day counts" for our employees, the students, and the schools we serve nationwide.

ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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