Information, Media, and Library Specialist (Grades 7-12)

Bethesda, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time

Description

Landon School is committed to the ethical intellectual and personal development of boys. We challenge and inspire them to think deeply individually and broadly; to live with respect and honor; and to grow into healthy well-rounded men of integrity and character who seek to make a positive difference in the world around them.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and exciting Information Media and Library Specialist (Grades 7-12) for the 2025-2026 school year. The Middle and Upper School Specialist will be a leader in the school community library and classroom. They will cultivate and maintain collaborations with teachers students parents and the school community and will promote the integration of literacy media/technology research and innovative/creative thinking throughout the school. As a member of the Applied Technology and Innovation (ATI) department the Middle and Upper School Specialist is a key partner in developing and designing curriculum related to research media and technology literacy. Finally the Middle and Upper School Specialist nurtures and environment that fosters the love of reading among all students.

Essential Functions:

A. Information Literacy

1. Provides information resources available for all students and teachers through a systematically developed collection within the school and through access to resources outside the school.

2. Informs teachers students and administrators of new materials equipment and services that meet their information needs.

3. Recommends student-level literature to teachers and collaborates with teachers in adding to the schools literature and reading collection in print and online.

B. Instruction

1. Assists classroom teachers to incorporate information and research skills into the classroom curriculum and collaborates with teachers in developing resources and inquiry-based units and activities.

2. Leads professional development initiatives in conjunction with other members of the ATI department.

3. Collaborates with teachers in developing and implementing lessons related to media and technology.

4. Provides formal and informal training for teachers and other staff members based on best practice in integrating technology for teaching and learning.

C. Educational Technology

1. Collaborates with the Chief Technology Officer technology facilitators and IT staff in working with teachers and students to provide integration of new technologies into the curriculum.

2. Provides leadership in information literacy skills instruction embedded in the curriculum.

3. Provides leadership in assisting staff in the management access evaluation and organization of web-based information and tools.

4. Assists in developing and implementing a digital citizenship curriculum to help students develop attributes that demonstrate responsible use of information and technology.

5. Provides resources and support to the school community through workshops newsletters and online resources.

6. Extends the library beyond its four walls to connect with the school community through social networks and other online tools such as a library website.

7. Connects the school community to global experts resources authors/illustrators and other individuals to promote rich learning experiences and an excitement for learning.

D. Management of the Facilities and Collections

1. Works with the ATI Department Chair to manage the annual library budget in coordination with administration.

2. Evaluates and assesses the current paper and digital resources.

3. Provides access to the library collection and digital resources for all constituents.

4. Partners with other ATI staff the assisting library staff in executing the mission of the department.

5. Actively seeks professional development opportunities related to library science and technology and uses those professional development experiences to inform current practice.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Commitment to boys education and the mission of Landon School.

Participation in the Teacher-Coach-Mentor Charismatic leadership and vision for Media and Library in a 7-12 educational environment.

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills ability to promote teacher partnerships with demonstrable results.

Demonstrated ability to work with teachers and administration to promote media literacy and research skills through active partnerships.

Certification in Library Media and/or teaching certification for grades 6-12 preferred. Five to ten years of experience in schools.

Previous academic library experience preferred.

Ability to effectively plan implement and evaluate library services programs resources technology and facilities.

Successful experience teaching information literacy in collaboration with classroom teachers.

Knowledge of library automation systems computer applications and other relevant technology that manages and delivers services.

Ability to track library information services data and report on activity trends and analysis.

Exceptional organizational skills.

Demonstrated understanding of and personal commitment to diversity equity inclusion and belonging as well as social justice.

Desire for consistent and ongoing professional development and training

A passion for education and the mission of an all-boys school

Landon School offers a competitive salary and a full set of benefits. No phone calls please.

Required Experience:

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