What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Media Specialist - Grades 6-8th position at Hawthorn School District 73?
- Partner with teachers to enhance classroom learning by implementing measures to make the library a supportive element of the instructional program (Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum, foundational resources, etc.)
- Regularly attends grade level or subject-specific PLC meetings
- Facilitate lessons from library curriculum
- Collaboratively Administer library media budget for developing diversified collection of resources
- Organize library materials for efficient utilization and circulation
- Cultivate an inviting atmosphere of the library for classroom and personal reading, communication, and learning
- Coordinate logistics related to book fair or other library-related events
- Stay up-to-date with current trends in the field
- Coordinate and supervise the work of library media assistant
- Update and maintain Follett Destiny catalog
- Direct and assist in the creation and assembling of library displays
- Assist with the Technology Support Department to maintain best practices with regard to student device loaners
- Coordinate with basic technology troubleshooting for students
- Coordinates the check-in/check-out of foundational resource inventories
- Demonstrates accurate, up-to-date knowledge of content and Illinois State Standards
- Other duties as assigned
- Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or School Librarian Endorsement preferred
- Strong background in computer and information technology
- Past experience teaching the specific class will be considered first. If no previous teaching experience in the specific class, recent coursework or student teaching in the subject will be considered.
- Professional Educator License - Library Information Specialist Endorsement
- Ability to speak a second language is preferred
JobID: 3000
Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Library Media Specialist
Middle School Teaching/Library Media Specialist
Date Posted:
4/21/2023
4/21/2023
Location:
Middle School South
Middle School South
Date Available:
08/2023
08/2023
Closing Date:
Until filled
JOB OVERVIEW:Until filled
To partner with teaching staff in the development of student literacy through administration of the library media services program; to provide specialized instruction in the area of information and technology literacy to students and staff, and to oversee the selection, organization, utilization, and maintenance of library media resources.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Salary : $44,800 - $56,700
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