Provisional Library Media Specialist (January 2, 2025- June 17, 2025)

Job Goal:

Somerville Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We welcome and value different persprectives and experiences in our staff, recognizing the powerful impact that a diverse workforce has on all students. We are committed to suppporting educators through a strong induction and mentorship program, educator-driven professional development, and opportunities for professional grwoth and advancement.

As a district, we are also commited to supporting the whole child by promoting a trusting, mutually respectful and inspiring culture that values the individuality of our students and the professionalism of the field.

Job Summary:

The Library Media Specialist reports directly to the School Principal and the K-12 Library Media Supervisor in order to ensure that students and teachers are effective users and producers of information. The position also manages the operation of the library media center. The Library/Media Specialist also collaborates with teaching staff in the development of student literacy through the administration of the library media program, provides specialized instruction to students, and oversees the selection, organization, utilization and maintenance of the library, information and curriculum resources.

Qualifications:

• Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Educator's license in the field or subject for this position

• Massachusetts Teachers Licensure as a Library/Media Specialist from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is preferred.

• Experience in a secondary school setting is preferred.

• Bilingual Educator Preferred

Responsibilities:

• Per the Somerville Educators Union, Unit A, collective bargaining agreement

Position Reports to:

• Tania Connor, K-12 Supervisor of Library Media

The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the bases of race, color, age, religion, disability, preganancy, home status, martital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.