Library: Media Specialist

Position:
Library:
Media Specialist

Campus:
Dickinson Junior High School

Wage/Hour Status:
Exempt

Immediate Supervisor:
Campus Principal

Pay Grade:
Per Compensation Manual

Days Employed:
Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY:

* Direct school literacy, media, and technology operations to ensure students, teachers, administrators, and staff are capable users of media resources and technology tools by creating an information-rich environment conducive to the 21st Century Learner

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

* Master's degree from accredited college or university (preferred)

* Valid Texas school librarian certificate or endorsement (preferred)

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

* Demonstrate effective design and delivery of staff development

* Possess knowledge of library media science

* Possess an understanding of reading instructional practice and research skills

* Demonstrate the ability to instruct and manage student behavior

* Exhibit strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

* At least three (3) years experience in library/media center in a public school setting (preferred)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Consult and collaborate directly with teachers and curriculum team, and work with students to model or demonstrate technology-infused lessons

* Assist teachers in integrating appropriate technology tools in the curriculum to enhance teaching and learning

* Design and implement teaching and learning activities, both individually and in collaboration with teachers and staff that reflect current research and practice, including project-based learning and new technology

* Adapt materials and teaching strategies to the interests, needs, and abilities of the learner

* Provide students the capacity to build both informational literacy and technological skills conducive to the 21st-century learner

* Provide support for online resources and online assessments

* Deliver targeted interventions to students through small group sessions to address and meet their academic needs

* Guide students to evaluate and use information in digital and text formats

* Support personnel in the role of an instructional technology coach, teacher leader, and professional development specialist for the campus

* Research and develop methods of academic standards and curriculum with effective technology-based teaching and learning strategies to improve student achievement

* Facilitate campus and district technology integration efforts to promote 21st-century teaching and learning

* Catalog acquisitions; process, organize, distribute, maintain, dispose of inventory resources

* Demonstrate the ability to manage funds and media/library resources within established district guidelines, including but not limited to the: collection and maintenance of student fines as well as preparation of parent notifications; reconcile receipt of resources with packing slips and invoices

* Compose and deliver oral presentations and written reports to campus/district administrators, school board, and campus staff

* Exercise a leadership role in encouraging media utilization by students and staff

* Promote open access to resources and information during and beyond the instructional day and school year

* Supervise assistants, student aides, and volunteers

* Work in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork with staff, teachers, administrators, and students

* Possess the ability to work alone to efficiently solve problems

* Pursue staff development opportunities and professional resources to stay current in the fields of technology integration and media services

* Model and promote the principles of intellectual freedom, access to information privacy, and copyright

* Seek opportunities to network with media specialists and other professionals

* Research, evaluate, and implement new instructional resources, including software, web sites, and long-distance learning opportunities

* Exhibit a strong foundation in pedagogy and teaching methodologies and be knowledgeable about the integration of technology into the curriculum and instructional program

* Establish and maintain efficient and effective routines for circulation and shelving of materials

* Manage circulation/inventory of books and library materials/equipment as well as campus media and technology equipment

* Apply new technology to the library media program and services, including telecommunication systems and services, computer systems and services, administration of hardware and software systems (i.e., E-Books, Destiny, Eduphoria, Chromebooks, etc.) and faculty design for proper media use.

* Professionally represent the District in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students

* Maintain appropriate certifications and training hours as required

* Demonstrate ethical behavior in all professional contexts

* Comply with the applicable district, state, local, and federal laws, rules and regulations

* Appropriately maintain and secure confidential personnel records and inquiries

* Promote and follow all safety rules and…