Librarian/Media Specialist

Position: Librarian/Media Specialist

Campus: Kranz Junior High School

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Immediate Supervisor: Campus Principal

Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual https://www.dickinsonisd.org/page/hr.compensation

Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual https://www.dickinsonisd.org/page/hr.compensation

POSITION SUMMARY:
Direct the operation of the school library/media center to ensure students, teachers, administrators, and staff are capable users of media resources and technology tools by creating an information-rich environment conducive to the 21st Century Learner

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:
Master's degree from accredited college or university
Valid Texas school librarian certificate or endorsement (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Demonstrate effective design and delivery of staff development
Possess knowledge of library media science
Possess an understanding of reading instructional practice and research skills
Demonstrate the ability to instruct and manage student behavior
Exhibit strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
At least three (3) years experience in library/media center in a public school setting (preferred)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Consult and collaborate directly with teachers and curriculum team, and work with students to model or demonstrate technology-infused lessons
Assist teachers in integrating appropriate technology tools in the curriculum to enhance teaching and learning
Design and implement teaching and learning activities, both individually and in collaboration with teachers and staff that reflect current research and practice, including project-based learning and new technology
Adapt materials and teaching strategies to the interests, needs, and abilities of the learner
Provide students the capacity to build both informational literacy and technological skills conducive to the 21st-century learner
Provide support for online resources and online assessments
Serve as campus Renaissance Learning Coordinator
Guide students to evaluate and use information in digital and text formats
Support personnel in the role of an instructional technology coach, teacher leader, and professional development specialist for the campus
Research and develop methods of academic standards and curriculum with effective technology-based teaching and learning strategies to improve student achievement
Facilitate campus and district technology integration efforts to promote 21st-century teaching and learning
Manage acquisitions; process, organize, distribute, maintain, dispose of inventory resources
Demonstrate the ability to manage funds and media/library resources within established district guidelines, including but not limited to the: collection and maintenance of student fines as well as preparation of parent notifications; reconcile receipt of resources with packing slips and invoices
Compose and deliver oral presentations and written reports to campus/district administrators, school board, and campus staff
Exercise a leadership role in encouraging media utilization by students and staff
Promote open access to resources and information during and beyond the instructional day and school year
Supervise library assistants, student aides, and volunteers
Work in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork with staff, teachers, administrators, and students
Possess the ability to work alone to efficiently solve problems
Pursue staff development opportunities and professional resources to stay current in the fields of technology integration and media services
Model and promote the principles of intellectual freedom, access to information privacy, and copyright
Seek opportunities to network with media specialists and other professionals
Research, evaluate, and implement new instructional resources, including software, web sites, and long-distance learning opportunities
Exhibit a strong foundation in pedagogy and teaching methodologies and be knowledgeable about the integration of technology into the curriculum and instructional program
Establish and maintain efficient and effective routines for circulation and shelving of materials
Manage circulation/inventory of books and library materials/equipment as well as campus media and technology equipment
Apply new technology to the library media program and services, including telecommunication systems and services, computer systems and services, administration of hardware and software systems (i.e., E-Books, Destiny, Eduphoria, Chromebooks, etc.) and faculty design for proper media use.
Professionally represent the District in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students
Maintain appropriate certifications and training hours as required
Demonstrate ethical behavior in all professional contexts
Comply with the applicable district, state, local, and federal laws, rules and regulations
Appropriately maintain and secure confidential personnel records and inquiries
Promote and follow all safety rules and keep work areas clean and orderly at all times
Meet regular and predictable attendance requirements
Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures
Perform other tasks and assume such responsibilities as related to the position and as assigned by the supervisor
Alternative methods of instruction
All other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Directly oversee the library program and library assistant
Provide direction and interface with campus personnel on matters of instructional technology
Maintain a safe environment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/ Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Regularly required to talk and hear
Frequently walk; sit; use hands and arms to handle, feel and reach a variety of objects throughout the day
Often use general library equipment including, but not limited to, a keyboard, mouse and video display terminal, student use computer systems, teacher technology, and the library inventory and circulation systems
Occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and climb stairs
Maintain emotional control under stress, and sometimes work prolonged and/or irregular hours
Regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision

EVALUATIONS:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by self -evaluation and principal conference.