Middle School Librarian - 2024-25 SY

Freeport School District 145
Freeport, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2024
    JobID: 5882

    Position Type:
    Middle Level Certified
    Date Posted:
    1/4/2024
    Location:
    Freeport Middle School
    Anticipated Start Date:
    08/01/2024
    Closing Date:
    Open Until Filled
    TITLE: SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST

    QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Professional Educator License
    Meets current Library Information Specialist certification standards as endorsed by the Illinois State Board of Education
    Able to lift 30 pounds

    REPORTS TO: Building Principal and/or Director of Technology
    General Responsibilities:
    Learning and Teaching
    • Performs the duties of information specialist, teacher and instructional consultant as a specialist in learning resources and strategies, information location, evaluation and use, and the design of instruction;
    • Serves on committees involved with designing learning activities for students and/or curricular revision;
    • Utilizes current research and methods in areas of technology, teaching, learning, and library and information science;
    • Collaborates with teachers in developing activities which stress interdisciplinary strategies;
    • Collaborates with teachers to integrate research, information retrieval skills, and literature appreciation into the curriculum;
    • Assists teachers and students in using information resources and incorporating information skills into classroom curriculum;
    • Exercises leadership and serves as a catalyst in the instructional program, providing various services to students and staff;
    • Uses a variety of materials and activities to stimulate and maximize learning to help students achieve educational and personal goals;
    • Maintains an attractive and inviting physical environment which allows for enriched learning experiences and intellectual growth.

    Information Access
    • Selects materials and technology which support the school's educational philosophy and curriculum;
    • Reviews and maintains a collection development process which includes such aspects as maintaining accurate and current catalogs and records, weeding and inventories;
    • Provides access to materials and information for students and staff by adhering to established policies, laws, (including copyright laws), principles of intellectual freedom, and ethical behavior;
    • Selects and provides resources needed to integrate and produce authentic learning experiences.

    Program Administration
    • Develops short and long-range goals which guide the development of the library media program;
    • Promotes the library media program, services, and its materials by maintaining a positive relationship with students, staff, and community;
    • Develops and implements policies and procedures of flexible access for staff and students;
    • Evaluates library media programs, services, facilities, and materials to ensure optimum use.
    • Submits accurate reports in a timely manner;
    • Prepares and oversees a library media program budget which reflects the needs of the entire school community;
    • Selects, trains, and supervises clerical support, student assistants, and adult volunteers to perform duties efficiently;
    • Maintains and enhances professional knowledge in trends and technology in information science by participating in various professional organizations and activities which relate to the library media programs.
    • Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.


    TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 190 Days

    EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.


    SALARY RANGE: Per negotiated agreement with Freeport Education Association and Freeport School District 145.

    This job description has been reviewed and is in accordance with the American Disabilities Act.




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