Library Media Specialist

Position Type: Polk Middle School Postings/ Library Media Specialist Date Posted: 6/23/2026 Location: Polk Middle School Job Title: Library Media Specialist Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports To: Director of Library Media Pay Grade: AP 3 188 Days Dept/School: Assigned Campus Date Revised: June 19, 2025 Primary Purpose: To provide instructional resources and information services to administrators, faculty, and students; to maintain an enriched educational environment containing a wide variety of materials that will invite intellectual growth; and to aid all students in acquiring the skills needed to take full advantage of information technology and work in a complimentary and cooperative manner with building and district staff. Qualifications: Master's degree in Library Science. A valid Texas teacher's certificate or such other credentials as may be required by the State Board for Educator Certification for this position. Special Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of library and information science Ability to instruct and manage student behavior Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Preferred Experience: Two years creditable classroom teaching experience Library/Media Center experience in public school setting preferred. Major Responsibilities and Duties: Solicit actively recommendations from teachers and staff to modify the collection based on identified curriculum needs. Provide materials and bibliographies for classroom teaching support. Offer periodic training for instructional applications of new technologies. Participate actively in curriculum planning and implementation on a regular basis. Inform teachers and students about the appropriate techniques of electronic data access and how to use most effectively the materials and equipment in the media center using a structured instructional approach. Employ strategies to help students internalize behaviors for independent research and develop skills in information management to complete academic assignments successfully. Assist students and staff in the appropriate selection of books and other instructional materials. Plan and participate in cooperative community involvement. Arrange media-related displays and exhibits which involve staff and students and correlate to current curriculum topics. Provide annual reports to the district coordinator as requested. Prepare and administer the media center budget in cooperation with the campus principal. Perform clerical tasks as indicated in district policies and procedures for libraries. Maximize opportunities for professional growth through staff development and active participation in professional organizations and district coordinated programs. Take an active role as the campus leader for the instructional use of multi-media applications and new educational technologies. Working Conditions Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: High volume office environment, High volume phone calls, Subject to frequent interruptions, Subject to frequent deadlines Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal), Ability to operate computer Other: Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures; Other duties as assigned The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The Administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr