Media Specialist (Middle School)

Mayflower School District

  • Arkansas
  • $50,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALISTReports to: PrincipalDept./School: Assigned CampusWage/Hour Status: ExemptLength of Contract: 200 daysPRIMARY PURPOSE:Supervise and manage the school library/media center. Provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems. Serve as a teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to ensure the library/media center is involved in the school's instructional programs.Qualifications:Education/Certifications:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or universityValid Arkansas librarian or learning resources specialist certificate or endorsementSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of library scienceAbility to instruct and manage student behaviorStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsExperience:Five years of experience in education in a public school setting preferredThe Board may find appropriate and acceptable alternatives to the above qualifications.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: * Demonstrate relentless commitment to the academic achievement of all students.
  • Demonstrate effective customer service strategies to all district patrons.
  • Foster collegiality and team building among staff; encourage their active involvement in the decision-making process.
  • Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance from students; hold students accountable for high performance; recognize excellence and achievement.
  • Articulate a clear direction for all students and staff; articulate a positive image of the school district and school district personnel.
  • Plan to integrate the library media program with the district curriculum in all subject areas.
  • Maintain a well-organized and attractive library setting.
  • Provide staff development opportunities for teachers on the availability and use of campus and district learning resources.
  • Assist staff and principals with planning school library programs to meet identified needs.
  • Assist in curriculum guides for libraries.
  • Manage acquisitions, processing, organizing, distribution, maintenance, and inventory of library/media center resources.
  • Maintain a flexible schedule to allow the greatest availability of the media center to students.
  • Create a library/media center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to students' maturity levels and interests.
  • Use effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
  • Carry out discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations.
  • Model and encourage student interaction, promoting positive attitudes toward the school library.
  • Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
  • Comply with federal and state laws, Arkansas Board of Education rules, and board policies in the library/media services area.
  • Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
  • Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
  • Maintain inventory of books, technology, audiovisuals, etc.
  • Assist the technology director and principal in the dispersal, collection, and maintenance of student-issued technology.
  • Coordinate the schedule of events with principals.
  • Other duties assigned by principals.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:Student aides and volunteersWORKING CONDITIONS:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress; climbing, stretching, frequent light lifting of books, boxesJob Title : Media Specialist (Middle School)Primary Location : Mayflower Middle SchoolSalary Range : $50,000 / Per YearShift Type : Full-Time

Mayflower School District