Library Media Specialist

Introduction

Are you an endorsed Library Media Specialist in Connecticut and looking to transform the lives of our incarcerated population? If so, we have the opportunity for you! The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC), Unified School District #1 (USD#1) is seeking enthusiastic Library Media Specialists(State School Teacher (12 Months) (35 Hour)). We are seeking to fill openings at Osborn Correctional Institution in Somers, CT, but may also use this posting to fill positions at facilities across the state.

Please note we do not currently accept DSAP Certifications or any other short or long term permits. All Endorsements must be active Initial, Provisional, or Professional. Confirm you possess the appropriate license and that it is up-to-date. Incumbents in this class must meet the State Board of Education requirements to receive an initial educator certificate for External Diploma Program/Noncredited Mandated Programs (107).

Secondary certified candidates will also need to meet the requirements to receive an initial educator certificate for High School Credit Diploma Program (106). Selected candidate will have six (6) months from their hire date to obtain the applicable endorsement.

• Option to maintain State of Connecticut Teacher Retirement Plan or enroll in the State Employee Retirement System;
• A variety of medical and dental plans;
• Participation in a hybrid retirement plan which provides a retirement benefit, that may include retiree health insurance;
• Sick and personal leave;
• Five (5) weeks of scheduled vacation time;
• Annual $1,000.00 lump sum payment
• Tuition reimbursement; and
• The State of CT is an eligible Public Services Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.

• Providing limitless opportunities;
• Hiring for diversity and fresh perspectives;
• Performing meaningful work and;
• Encouraging a healthy work/life balance!

• SCHEDULE:
  
  First-shift, full time (35 hours per week,) Monday through Friday
• ACADEMIC CALENDAR:
  Unified School District (USD) #1 follows a 12-month school calendar, 222 school days per year.
• TRAINING:
  Candidates selected for hire, are required to attend a fourteen (14) week training at the CT DOC Training Academy. More details can be found in the 'Selection Plan' of this job bulletin.
• LOCATION:
  
  Osborn Correctional Institution

Candidates new to the State of Connecticut will start on ‘Step one’ of the pay plan, in the tier that their highest level of education corresponds to. Starting salary is non-negotiable.

• Step 1 (minimum)
• $72,275
• $75,900
• $81,208
• Step 13-15 (maximum)
• $111,912
• $131,422
• $140,620

• Prioritizing safety and security as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens, and offenders;
• Developing educational plans for individuals and groups;
• Setting short and long term goals and evaluating student progress;
• Participating in planning team meetings and case review conferences to assess student behavior;
• Relating to professionals in ancillary educational roles;
• Maintaining student records and writing reports;
• Modeling positive teaching practices;
• Serving as the instructional hub of a school, connecting students and educators to resources, technology, and research skills;
• Assisting in ensuring that students develop strong information literacy, digital competency, and a lifelong love of learning;
• Collaborating with teachers to co-teach lessons on research skills, information literacy, and digital citizenship;
• Guiding students in evaluating sources, conducting research, and using library tools effectively, fostering independent learning and critical thinking;
• Overseeing the selection, acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of print and digital materials, including books, databases, and multimedia resources;
• Maintaining a diverse and current collection to support curriculum needs and student interests;
• Assisting the facility population with library needs.

• An understanding of the different types of learning styles of students and being able to teach to their ability levels.
• The ability to work with a variety of different disciplines throughout the…