Hawthorn School District 73 is Hiring a .5 Townline/.5 HSYL - Library Media Specialist Near Vernon, IL
JobID: 3253
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Library Media Specialist
Date Posted: 3/15/2024
Location: Townline Elementary/HSYL
Date Available: 08/14/2024
Closing Date: Until Filled JOB OVERVIEW: To partner with teaching staff in the development of student literacy through administration of the library media services program; to provide specialized instruction in the area of information and technology literacy to students and staff, and to oversee the selection, organization, utilization, and maintenance of library media resources. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Partner with teachers to enhance classroom learning by implementing measures to make the library a supportive element of the instructional program (Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum, foundational resources, etc.)
Regularly attends grade level or subject-specific PLC meetings
Facilitate lessons from library curriculum
Collaboratively Administer library media budget for developing diversified collection of resources
Organize library materials for efficient utilization and circulation
Cultivate an inviting atmosphere of the library for classroom and personal reading, communication, and learning
Coordinate logistics related to book fair or other library-related events
Stay up-to-date with current trends in the field
Coordinate and supervise the work of library media assistant
Update and maintain Follett Destiny catalog
Direct and assist in the creation and assembling of library displays
Assist with the Technology Support Department to maintain best practices with regard to student device loaners
Coordinate with basic technology troubleshooting for students
Coordinates the check-in/check-out of foundational resource inventories
Demonstrates accurate, up-to-date knowledge of content and Illinois State Standards
Other duties as assigned
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees assigned to this position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The District reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or School Librarian Endorsement preferred
Strong background in computer and information technology
Past experience teaching the specific class will be considered first. If no previous teaching experience in the specific class, recent coursework or student teaching in the subject will be considered.
Professional Educator License - Library Information Specialist Endorsement
Ability to speak a second language is preferred
EVALUATION: As per the current collective bargaining agreement.