What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Specialist position at Currituck County Schools?
POSITION TITLE: Media Specialist
SITE: Currituck County Middle School
REPORTS TO: Principal
SALARY: Per NC State Salary Schedule plus local supplement
STARTING DATE: August 2026
EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIRED:
- Must hold or be eligible to hold appropriate NC license
- Completion of an approved program at the master’s degree level or above
- Upgrades professional knowledge and skills on a continual basis
- Commitment to high achievement for all students
- Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
- Positive role model both professionally and personally
- Demonstrated ability to integrate technology and support digital learning environments
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Media Coordinator duties aligned with NCDPI School Library Media Coordinator Standards
- Planning and implementing for teaching and learning
- Assesses learning and information needs of students and staff
- Provides training and support to staff on technology integration
- Provides instruction in digital citizenship in compliance with CIPA, including safe, ethical, and responsible technology use
- Advocates and promotes reading and lifelong learning
- Coordinates and coaches students for participation in the district Elementary Battle of the Books program and annual competition
- Advocates the principles of intellectual freedom and ethical behavior
- Planning and implementing for information access, evaluation and use
- Creates and maintains an environment conducive to learning
- Leads teachers and students in the collaborative process to select and evaluate resources that address curricular needs and learning goals for the information age
Technology & Device Management:
- Supports school-based technology needs, including basic troubleshooting of devices and applications in the absence of on-site technical support
- Manages Chromebook distribution and collection processes, including inventory and tracking
- Coordinates and maintains records for student device fees, fines, and accountability procedures
- Processes and documents Chromebook damage, repairs, and replacements in accordance with district guidelines
Program Administration & Leadership:
- Planning and implementing for program administration
- Collaborates with school staff to design and implement short and long-range plans to ensure balance among teaching, instructional technology, collection development, and program management
- Organizes and maintains accurate inventories of print and non-print resources, technology materials, and equipment in the school library media facility in a manner that supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the school and maximizes intellectual and physical access to resources
- Provides leadership in fostering a culture of literacy, inquiry, and digital learning
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and education.
- Health and retirement benefits.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.