About this role
Library Media Specialist Job Description JOB GOAL: The Library/Media Specialist oversees and manages an effective and successful media center and supports teachers in providing rigorous, high quality instruction and support for our students. QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• Valid North Dakota teaching license
• School Library Media Certificate (or willing to obtain)
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Shares expertise and promotes the library program.
• Aligns the School Library Program to school, state and national program standards.
• Develops and implements program goals and objectives that are aligned with school and district long-range strategic plans.
• Prepares, and justifies the school library program budget as appropriate.
• Establishes processes and procedures for selection, acquisition, circulation and resource sharing so as to ensure resources are available when needed.
• Maintains and curates the collection to maximize student interest and relevance to the school curricula.
• Creates and maintains a school library media center that is inviting, safe, flexible, and conducive to student learning.
• Selects and uses effective technology for management purposes.
• Encourages the use of instructional technology to engage students, improve learning, and provide 24/7 access to digital information resources for the entire learning community.
• Motivates and guides students to read for enjoyment and understanding.
• Provides resources in support of curriculum and student interests.
• Teaches information ethics, including safety, responsibility, copyright, fair use, licensing, and appropriate attribution.
• Teaches information and digital literacy.
• Teaches the evaluation of resources in all formats so that users can assess credibility, relevance, and currency.
• Helps students build on prior knowledge and construct new knowledge, inspiring them to embrace the world of information and all its formats.
• Collaborates with teachers to provide instructional support using library resources.
• Develop and deliver library programs that support student learning and extend engagement opportunities to families and community partners.
• Remains professionally current in terms of skills, knowledge, and the evolving role of the school librarian.
REPORTS TO:
• Building Principal(s)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position constitutes a certified position with the Stanley Community Public School District. SALARY AND BENEFITS:
• Base Salary: $53,800 (depending on experience)
• Fringe Benefit: $11,369
• Personal Days: 4 per year
• Sick Days: 10 per year
POSITION CLOSES WHEN A SUITABLE APPLICANT IS HIRED