Librarian - Claiborne High School

A public high school librarian - officially known as a Library Information Specialist - is a certified educator who manages the school's library program and integrates information technology into the curriculum.

• Instructional Leader
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  Collaborates with teachers to develop lessons that integrate research skills, digital literacy, and state standards into various subjects.
• Information Specialist
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  Teaches students and staff how to acquire, evaluate, and ethically use information and technology.
• Program Management
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  Manages the library budget, catalogs and classifies resources, and conducts regular inventories or "weeding" of obsolete materials.
• Collection Development
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  Selects and requisitions new print and digital materials that reflect a diverse range of perspectives and support the school's specific curricular needs.
• Literacy Promotion
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  Fosters a school-wide love of reading through leisure reading access, interest centers, and literacy initiatives.
• Technology Coordinator
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  Often oversees school-wide technology like student Chromebooks, digital databases, and library software systems.

• Education
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  Requires a Master's degree in library information science from a state-approved graduate program.
• Licensure
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  Must hold a valid Tennessee teaching license
• Testing
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  Candidates must pass required Praxis exams