Duties
JOB SUMMARY: The library media specialist is responsible to the building Principal for: planning instructional lessons that meet the needs, interests and abilities of students as well as address state standards; creating an environment that is conducive to learning; and employing effective instructional strategies. In addition the Library Media Specialist is also responsible for providing an environment that fosters an appreciation of literature and literature sharing with students as well as assisting teachers with literature to support the 6-8 Curriculum.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide innovative instruction in the use of the media center and its
materials so that each contact with the media center is a growing
experience.
- Coordinate activities designed to promote use and appreciation of LMC
resources.
- Suggest materials to teachers for utilization in the classroom and media
center and encourages teacher to help in the process of selecting new
materials to supplement the educational program.
- Interpret media center goals, accomplishments, and needs to the school
community and is a catalyst to school personnel to improve the use of the
media center.
- Coordinate and participate in the planning and implementation of an
information skills continuum including information retrieval, and utilization
of resources.
- Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment.
- Manage circulation of materials, media and equipment. Complete an
annual inventory, including AV equipment, of a designated portion of the
library materials and removes obsolete and worn materials from the
collection. Coordinate routine and annual maintenance of equipment.
Assess and collect fees for lost or damaged items.
- Prepare bibliographies and lists of resources and coordinates a selection
of materials for reserve collections and special units of study.
- Help students choose a variety of appropriate materials based on their
needs.
- Make recommendations for maximum utilization of dollars as appropriated
as well as spent for the media center and keeps abreast of current
materials and evaluate, selects and requisitions new media materials.
- Maintain a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all media
materials and instructs teacher, library aides, and students in the use of
the system.
- Schedule the use of the LMC and computer lab ensuring for efficient use
of facilities.
- Coordinate technology needs for the LMC and for building providing
technical assistance to staff at the building level.
- Utilizes and supports the use of the computer as an instructional resource.
- Make recommendations for maximum utilization of dollars as appropriated
as well as spent for the media center.
- Collaborate with teachers and serve on appropriate school and district
committees.
- Supervise volunteers and/or aides in the performance of their duties.
- Enforce and support District and School policies, philosophies and
objectives with students and parents.
- Participate in professional development activities that improve the LMC
and provide an effective library resource program that supports the
mission, goals, and objectives of the school.
- Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day.
Salary/Benefits
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is in accordance with the teacher salary schedule. The District offers excellent fringe benefits, including life, health and dental insurance.
Additional Notes
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an environment where unusual temperature, noise and hazards are relatively nonexistent. Work requires very infrequent lifting, pulling or pushing during the
normal performance of tasks and responsibilities.
How to Apply
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants should apply on line at www.vvsd.org and upload a letter of application with a resume and three (3) current letters of recommendation, dated within the last twelve (12) months.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: The deadline for receiving applications is Open Until Filled. Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable.
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