| SY 26-27 Library Media Specialist | | GENERAL INFORMATION | | Title:Library Media Specialist | Department: PAUL MUNRO ELEMENTARY | Salary Grade:Teacher Pay Schedule
FLSA Status: Exempt | | Site/Location PERRYMONT ELEMENTARY | Reports to:Building Administrator | Date: 01/29/2026 | | POSITION SUMMARY | - The elementary school librarian supports the schools instructional program by supervising and managing a media center rich in instructional materials and topics of interest for students. Services include providing teachers with materials and resources to support the curriculum and to ensure that the library/media center is aligned with instructional programs in the addition the librarian introduces students to literature that broadens their interests and reinforces skills necessary to locate and utilize information.
| | ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS | Instruction- Provides instruction and guidance to students in information literacy teaching students how to navigate resources and how to be safe effective users of information.
- Cooperates with staff: sharing effective media resources providing materials for units of instruction and creating educational experiences through collaborative planning.
Library Programs - Plans the school library program to meet the needs of a culturally diverse population
- Maintains a collection that is current and meets the needs of the school community.
Administration - Manages acquisitions and maintains an accurate inventory of library resources.
- Allocates a library budget based on school goals and the goals of the library program.
- Shares data that gives insight into the use of the library and fund allocations.
- Develops and coordinates a continuing evaluation of the library/media center program and makes changes based on the findings.
- Complies with federal and state laws State Board of Education rule and board policy in the library/media services area.
Student Management - Creates a library/media center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interests of students.
- Carries out discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations.
Communication - Uses appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
- Ability to Interact with students to promote positive attitudes toward the school library.
- Maintains a positive and effective relationship with supervisors and school staff.
- Communicates effectively with colleagues students and parents. Effectively shares the policies and procedures of the library to all stakeholders.
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| LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES | Personal Competencies- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
| Leadership Competencies- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
| Functional Competencies- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
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| EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE | - Candidate must possess or be eligible for a Virginia Library Media Teaching endorsement Pre-K-12.
| | KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES | | | SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY | | | TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS | | | WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS | | The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger handle type or feel; and stoop kneel or crouch. | | OTHER DUTIES | | | AAP/EEO STATEMENT | | LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin protected veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. |
| JOB STATUS: | OPEN | | | | SALARY: | This is a 10.5 month position with full benefits. Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: DATE: | 2025 |
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Required Experience:
IC
SY 26-27 Library Media SpecialistGENERAL INFORMATIONTitle:Library Media SpecialistDepartment: PAUL MUNRO ELEMENTARYSalary Grade:Teacher Pay ScheduleFLSA Status: ExemptSite/Location PERRYMONT ELEMENTARYReports to:Building AdministratorDate: 01/29/2026POSITION SUMMARYThe elementary school librarian su...
| SY 26-27 Library Media Specialist | | GENERAL INFORMATION | | Title:Library Media Specialist | Department: PAUL MUNRO ELEMENTARY | Salary Grade:Teacher Pay Schedule
FLSA Status: Exempt | | Site/Location PERRYMONT ELEMENTARY | Reports to:Building Administrator | Date: 01/29/2026 | | POSITION SUMMARY | - The elementary school librarian supports the schools instructional program by supervising and managing a media center rich in instructional materials and topics of interest for students. Services include providing teachers with materials and resources to support the curriculum and to ensure that the library/media center is aligned with instructional programs in the addition the librarian introduces students to literature that broadens their interests and reinforces skills necessary to locate and utilize information.
| | ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS | Instruction- Provides instruction and guidance to students in information literacy teaching students how to navigate resources and how to be safe effective users of information.
- Cooperates with staff: sharing effective media resources providing materials for units of instruction and creating educational experiences through collaborative planning.
Library Programs - Plans the school library program to meet the needs of a culturally diverse population
- Maintains a collection that is current and meets the needs of the school community.
Administration - Manages acquisitions and maintains an accurate inventory of library resources.
- Allocates a library budget based on school goals and the goals of the library program.
- Shares data that gives insight into the use of the library and fund allocations.
- Develops and coordinates a continuing evaluation of the library/media center program and makes changes based on the findings.
- Complies with federal and state laws State Board of Education rule and board policy in the library/media services area.
Student Management - Creates a library/media center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interests of students.
- Carries out discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations.
Communication - Uses appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
- Ability to Interact with students to promote positive attitudes toward the school library.
- Maintains a positive and effective relationship with supervisors and school staff.
- Communicates effectively with colleagues students and parents. Effectively shares the policies and procedures of the library to all stakeholders.
|
| LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES | Personal Competencies- Honesty
- Integrity
- Ethical
- Equity Minded
- Emotional Intelligence
- Cultural Competence
- Safety
- Quality
| Leadership Competencies- Models Excellent Customer Service
- Thinks Strategically
- Shows Initiative
- Acts Decisively
- Communicates Effectively
- Works Collaboratively
- Resolves Conflict Proactively
| Functional Competencies- Technical Capabilities
- Computer Literacy
- Data Analysis and Management
- Fiscal Planning and Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
|
| EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE | - Candidate must possess or be eligible for a Virginia Library Media Teaching endorsement Pre-K-12.
| | KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES | | | SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY | | | TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS | | | WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS | | The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger handle type or feel; and stoop kneel or crouch. | | OTHER DUTIES | | | AAP/EEO STATEMENT | | LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin protected veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. |
| JOB STATUS: | OPEN | | | | SALARY: | This is a 10.5 month position with full benefits. Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: DATE: | 2025 |
|
Required Experience:
IC
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