What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Assistant (Grades: 9-12) position at Dallas Independent School District?
Media Assistant (Grades: 9-12) -(RTP20250403-020)
Description
Description
- Ensure students have access to books and materials needed for school assignments and research
- Shelve and maintain books and materials
- Assist with the supply of books and materials for promotional reading programs throughout the years including RAH, RIF, EBL, and Book-It
- Ensure the physical upkeep of the media center is neat and organized, including straightening shelves, and arranging displays
- Complete required paperwork including book orders and overdue/lost notices
- Maintain a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all media center materials and instruct teachers and students on use of the system
- Assist students in the skills related to reading, research, production of materials, and use of information technologies
- Promote life-long learning by fostering positive attitudes toward libraries
- Assist users in identifying, locating, and interpreting information
- Promote appropriate conduct of students using media and other facilities
- Promotes the library media program, services, and materials by maintaining a positive relationship with students, staff, and the community
- Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned
- Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required of this job:
- Accredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency), plus one of the following: Associate degree, 48 college credit hours, or pass a district administered assessment test.
- One year of general clerical experience; experience working with children in an academic setting a plus
- Demonstrated knowledge of current literature, trends, methods, and developments in the area of media and instructional technology
- Demonstrated ability to use common audio-visual materials, equipment, and computer technology
- Assist with the supply of books and materials for promotional reading programs throughout the years including RAH, RIF, EBL, and Book-It
- Ensure the physical upkeep of the media center is neat and organized, including straightening shelves, and arranging displays
- Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
- Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession
Work Locations: Thomas Jefferson High School 4001 WALNUT HILL LANE Dallas 75229
Job: Media Assistant
Full-time
Minimum Salary: 26,477.00
Median Salary: 33108.00
Job Posting: Apr 4, 2025
