Media and Technology Assistant (MATA)

Job Description

Job Description

Pitt County Schools Job Description: Media and Technology Assistant

Reports To: Media Coordinator, Principal
Term of Employment: 10 months (7 hours a day)

Performance Evaluation: Performance to be evaluated annually by the school principal.

Education/Qualifications: Associate's Degree or equivalent technology / library media work experience

Pay Grade: 56

Summary: The Media and Technology Assistant will help the Media Coordinator perform library media and technology duties to ensure the efficient management of the School Library Media Center. The Media and Technology Assistant will perform these duties under the direction of the Media Coordinator. Duties will include instructional, technical, and clerical support.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Help manage the library media space to provide an optimal learning environmentPrepare bulletin boards, seasonal decor, displays, book fairs, etcEnsure the space is organized and neatHelp prepare reports, correspondence, flyers, and instructional materialsCatalog and process new print and non-print materialsExamples include but are not limited to unpacking new materials, checking invoices, importing prepared records, creating original records as needed, printing and affixing labels.Shelve books and other materialsRun circulation functions and reports in Destiny and assist patrons at the circulation deskOversee student media helpersHelp patrons locate both print and electronic materials and resourcesPerform basic troubleshooting tasksExamples include but are not limited to resetting devices, assisting with login issues, assisting with technology tickets, connecting to wireless networks, etcPerform minor repairs on equipmentExamples include but are not limited to replacing projector bulbs, printer cartridges, laminator film, and poster printer ink and paperConduct basic equipment set up of projectors, computers, laptops, document cameras, etcEffectively use a variety of electronic platforms such as Google Suite, TIPWeb-IT, Destiny, and Sora to support instruction, inventory, device management, and collection managementEffectively use electronic tools such as email, spreadsheets, word processing, and mail merge to track and communicate informationProvide basic tech support to parents and families on navigating instructional applications, platforms, and databasesExamples include but are not limited to SeeSaw, Canvas, NCWiseOwl, Ebsco, Destiny Discover, Clever, iReady, etc.Participate in professional development to enhance library media and technology skillsPull and prepare requested materials for class useAssist in managing schedule and equipment useAssist with library media learning activities and read books to small groups or classesPerform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Preferred Characteristics
  • Proficient in technology use
  • Self-motivated
  • Customer service-oriented
  • Positive attitude
  • Lifelong learner
  • Detail-oriented