High School Media (Library) Assistant / Credit Recovery

TITLE: High School Media Assistant / Credit Recovery

CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time, 185-Day Support Staff Position (Hourly Pay)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional training, college coursework, or experience in education, instructional technology, library services, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Proficiency with computers, Google Workspace, email, and office technology.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and accurate records.

JOB GOAL: Provide dual support by managing the daily operations of the high school media center and monitoring academic progress for students enrolled in online credit recovery courses. 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Library Media Center

• Assist with the daily operation of the library media center.
• Assist students and staff in locating and utilizing library resources and technology.
• Manage circulation activities, including check-in/check-out, shelving, inventory, and processing of materials.
• Maintain a welcoming, organized, and productive library environment.
• Monitor student behavior and reinforce school expectations.
• Assist with library displays, literacy initiatives, and special projects.

Credit Recovery

• Monitor student progress in online credit recovery courses and assist students as needed.
• Establish and monitor student pacing goals to support successful course completion.
• Assist students with credit recovery coursework and answer questions as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and provide regular progress updates to students, parents, counselors, and administrators.
• Promote student accountability, attendance, participation, and appropriate behavior.
• Communicate with students and families regarding progress and course completion requirements.
• Encourage students to remain on pace, complete coursework, and achieve credit recovery goals necessary for graduation.
• Maintain a learning environment that supports independent online learning and academic success.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: Principal / Designee

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position may require:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and move throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently move throughout the library, classrooms, and school building.
• Frequently lift, carry, and move library materials, instructional resources, and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally move materials or equipment weighing up to 40 pounds with or without assistance.

ATTENDANCE:

Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position.