What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Media Specialist position at Madison Heights Elementary School?
Reports to: Principal
General Definition of Work: To implement a library media program that is an integral part of the school division’s instructional program
Essential Functions:
- Acquires materials based upon students’ interest, abilities and maturity levels
- Solicits staff recommendations for materials
- Manages the media center budget to meet school needs and state standards
- Provides for the effective distribution of materials and equipment
- Arranges for repair/replacement of media materials and equipment
- Provides for accessibility and utilization of media services
- Maintains the inventory, classification and cataloging of materials
- Supervises the library media center staff and volunteers
- Assists teachers with curriculum implementation and instructional planning by providing resource materials, bibliographies and guidance in the use of related technologies
- In cooperation with classroom teachers, provides assistance and instruction for individual students, classes and groups in information gathering through the use of media and technologies
- Encourages students and teachers to use a variety of resources
- Promotes reading for pleasure and information
- Provides bibliographies and mediagraphies in curriculum content areas as requested
- Provides media center experiences which encourage students to become critical thinkers and independent learners
- Provides students with instruction in the use of the library media center and in reference skills
- Acquaints staff and students with the media collection, with new materials and with technology
- Conducts in-service activities on the use of audio-visual equipment and instructional technology as needed
- Creates an inviting media center environment
- Complies with board and school policies
- Seeks staff development and professional growth opportunities
- Communicates with staff, students, parents and community in a professional manner
- Other duties as apparent or assigned
Education and Job Experience: Compensation will be based on degree and experience as described in the Amherst County Public School Teachers’ Salary Scale Schedule
License/Endorsements: Holds or is eligible for a valid license to meet state requirements with specific endorsement in the area of library media
Contract Period: 10 months
FLSA Status: Exempt
Amherst County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer