Library Media Specialist

Library Media Specialist

This is a 9-month position. Applicants must have a valid Alabama Teacher's Certificate in Library/Media Education.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Bachelor's degree in Education from an accredited educational institution.
• Certification in Media by the State of Alabama.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Salary Level: Board Approved Salary Schedule

FLSA: Exempt

Reports To: Principal/Designee

Terms of Employment:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

Supervises: Library Media Aide

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify, select or develop short- and long-range goals and objectives for the media program based on student, faculty, and curriculum needs.
• Plan with teachers and instructional leaders for the integration of media/information skills into the school program.
• Develop schedules and organize resources to allow easy access to information and services.
• Review the school improvement plan and plan for the acquisition of materials to enhance learning consistent with the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles and special needs.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures necessary for the efficient and effective operation of the media center.
• Administer the media center budget based on program goals and objectives.
• Maintain complete and accurate records as required by law, system policy and administrative regulations.
• Assign, instruct, and supervise support staff and volunteers.
• Coordinate the selection and acquisition process for media resources and equipment.
• Provide for use of current technologies.
• Facilitate the use, maintenance, repair, and inventory of all media center materials and equipment.
• Solicit ongoing feedback from members of the school staff regarding the availability, use and impact of media materials.
• Establish a system of records that will provide an appropriate database for evaluating the use and distribution of the media collection and supporting materials and equipment.
• Teach library media skills in collaboration with teachers to support classroom instruction.
• Instruct staff and students in the use of resources, services, and equipment.
• Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet the learning needs of all students.
• Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.
• Collaborate with teachers to support instructional goals and objectives.
• Participate in overall school curriculum planning and development.
• Establish, maintain, and promote a collection of current professional resources for administrators and teachers.
• Train faculty in the use of media resources, equipment, and technology.

Update professional skills and knowledge and keep abreast of recent developments in education, technology and media.

• Complete all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Contribute to the overall mission of the school by supporting school committees, programs, and services.
• Conduct a media services program in a manner that ensures student growth and achievement are continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area and/or student program classification.
• Provide appropriate educational opportunities for students to meet their unique needs, talents, interests, and abilities.
• Assume other reasonable and job-related duties as assigned by the immediate Director.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read, interpret and follow State Board of Education rules, School Board policies, and appropriate state and federal statutes.
• Effective listening, speaking and writing skills.
• Ability to use skills necessary in curriculum design and alignment; planning, organizing and analyzing data; supervision; problem solving; and public relations.
• Ability to select, organize, administer and utilize instructional media, equipment and technology.
• Ability to integrate the resources and services of the library media program with the ongoing instructional program.
• Ability to assist students and school personnel in the effective use of media.
• Ability to use group dynamic skills in the context of cultural diversity.
• Knowledge of subject content, teaching theories, methods and practice, current research and trends.
• Knowledge of the unique needs, growth patterns and characteristics of the students served.
• Knowledge of budgeting policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records.
• Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, high-intensive work environment.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

Source: Dothan City Schools, Dothan, Alabama

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