Job Description
The Library Media Specialist is responsible for organizing and managing collections of journals, books, magazines, newspapers, electronic documents, and other data resources (i.e. organizing mini lessons, crafts, and story time). The work of a library media specialist is for students, teachers, and other members of the school community to ensure effective practices in the selection, use, and evaluation of materials that support and enhance the instructional program of the school. Provide the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school library program is aligned with the mission, goals, and objectives of the school and school district, and is an integral component of the learning/instructional program.
Duties And Responsibilities
1. Implements practices and procedures established by the Principal, School Library Coordinator, or Designee.
2. Plans, implements, monitors, and evaluates the school library media program.
3. Manages and operates the School Library Media Center.
4. Provides guidance in the selection and acquisition of instructional materials in varying formats, including digital media, and levels of difficulty.
5. Develops, updates, and publicizes the resources, services, and circulation policy of the Library Media Center and implements measures to ensure maximum and effective use of the resources and services by students and school staff.
6. Monitors the circulation of resources and compiles monthly and annual statistical and program reports.
7. Assists in planning and coordinating professional learning activities to ensure professional growth of school system personnel.
8. Provides leadership and guidance in the selection, use, and evaluation of new technologies to enhance instruction.
9. Fluent with the online book system-Destiny, order, check out, and return books.
10. Facilitates reading events and programs, completes lesson plans, units of study, and career fairs. Facilitates book fairs and professional development. Prepares school for large reading initiatives. Teaches reading strategies and skills to all students in rotation.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
1. Valid Alabama Teacher's Certificate
2. Master's Degree with certification in Library Media K-12 from an accredited institution
3. ESSA Criteria for Highly Effective Teacher
4. Experienced in the use and implementation of various instructional technologies
SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE.
The State does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.
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