Functions:

1. To help maintain the library in efficient working order

2. To acquire specialized skills and knowledge relating to various aspects of the media center

Duties:

Most student assistants will be assigned one or more of the following tasks (However, responsibilities are not limited to just these.):

• Shelving books
• Reading/straightening shelves
• Updating and filing magazines
• Updating and filing catalogs
• Running errands
• Creating displays and bulleting boards
• Working at the circulation desk
• Dusting, straightening, and cleaning the media center or computer labs
• Assisting with special projects

Other Responsibilities:

1. Participating in an online wiki developed by Ms. Holleman

2. Creating a glog about being a student assistant

3. Typing at least one set of Battle of the Books questions

4. Passing at least 3 RC tests within your reading range

5. Creating one booktalk for the broadcast or 2 book reviews for the Media Wiki

Steps to Become a Student Assistant in the Media Center:

1. Student Application -Ms. Holleman will have these available at the end of each semester. You may not find out until schedules are out at the beginning of the following term. 

2. Teacher Evaluation -Teachers will be ask to evaluate students with an interest in working in the media center on their experience with each student in the following areas:

• Organization
• Use of time
• Motivation, work ethic
• Ability to work independently
• Trustworthiness
• Focus and ability to prioritize
• Positive attitude
• Ability to follow through 

3. Attendance and other scheduling conflicts can affect you opportunity to work in the media center also.