Media Technician
Westminster Public Schools - Westminster, Colorado, United States, 80030![Westminster Public Schools](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Date Posted:8/2/2024
Location:MESA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Closing Date:Until filled7.5 hours per day, 185 days per year
CLASSIFICATION: INST 02 ($22.84-$26.97 per hour)Apply online at wps.org. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS & RESUME RECEIVED IN LIEU OF APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*Associate Degree or two years of college (48 credits)*Must pass various pre-placement background screenings*Knowledge of multimedia and makerspaces desired*Up to date with current technology, ability to use procedure manuals for self-instruction of District hardware, software, audiovisual operation and maintenance desired*Experience in multi-media environments including an understanding of relevant Makerspace practices desired*Familiarity with automated inventory systems desired*Strong technology skills: Google Suite, troubleshoot technology issues in the building*Good oral and written communication skills*Willingness and flexibility to work various schedules and manage shifting priorities*Detail oriented*Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English*Experience and/or skills working with culturally diverse populations desired
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:*Assists teachers, students, and other personnel in researching materials for use in the classroom for the purpose of enhancing classroom assignments and projects.*Assists with independent study and computerized learning programs (e.g. LexiaCore 5/Power Up, Successmaker, Code.org) for the purpose of ensuring maximum use of programs and compliance with program requirements.*Collaborates with teachers in instructional activities that develop 21st century skills*Collaborates with other educators to build and strengthen connections between student information and research needs, curricular content, learning outcomes and information resources.*Guides students to become critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers and ethical users of information*Assists in instructing and supervising students in the elective/specials rotations under the guidance of licensed staff*Collaborates with teachers to provide learning opportunities for students on current classroom topics*Operates, maintains, guides, instructs, and troubleshoots on various computer systems*Provides guidance to our community (students, staff, parents and community members) in the use of media/makerspace systems*Works under pressure to accomplish varying types of work despite frequent interruptions*Must be able to effectively communicate, both in verbal and written form, with students, staff, and parents.*Respects the confidentiality of staff and students and understands privacy issues within the school.*Performs other duties as assigned
Westminster Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. District policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, age, or disability, or other legally protected characteristics. Westminster Public Schools is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation or to address matters of discrimination, please contact the Chief of Staff, 6933 Raleigh Street, Westminster, CO 80030, phone: (303) 428-3511, email: CivilPrograms@wps.org. Although the position is based at a school/department, the employer is Westminster Public Schools.