Elementary Library Media Specialist (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)

POSITION TITLE: Elementary Library Media Specialist (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)

LOCATION: Brunswick Elementary School

CONTRACT YEAR: 10 MONTH

SALARY: Commensurate with years of experience/Based on the proposed FY27 Salary Scale

START DATE: AUGUST 1

Job Description: The individual in this position will manage and implement library services and programs; instruct students in the use of library resources and technology; support teachers with lesson planning and instructional materials; and assist with daily library operations including circulation cataloging inventory and maintaining an effective learning environment.

Direct Accountability and Report: Works under the supervision of the school principal who is responsible for managing a library and media instructional program and services for the elementary schools. An annual evaluation will be based upon the job description district and personal goals and objectives specific to the school or the position and the performance of the library/media specialist.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in education or a related field.
• Masters degree in Library Science Information Studies or Library and Information Studies (MLS or equivalent) preferred.
• Must meet Virginia Department of Education licensure requirements for a School Library Media Specialist and hold or be eligible for an appropriate Virginia license.

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years working with students in some instructional setting.

General duties of the Librarian/Media Specialist include but are not limited to the following:

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES: The Librarian/Media Specialist demonstrates an understanding of leadership duties and responsibilities with adherence to managing staff (as it applies) policy and resources.

• Train and supervise library technicians assistants other support staff and volunteers

• Prepare library budgets

• Research computers other equipment and resources for purchase as needed.

• Monitor and maintain resources with appropriate arrangement and the repair of damaged materials.

• Organize IT access and solve simple user problems.

• Ensure copyright license agreements and policy and procedures for library operations are followed.
• Lift carry or push carts of 20 pounds or less.

• Other duties as assigned.

INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT AND DELIVERY: The Librarian/Media Specialist plans in collaboration with teachers using the Virginia Standards of Learning to engage students in learning the schools curriculum effective instructional strategies resources and data (as it applies) to meet the needs of all students.

• Seek to expand media services (MakerSpace Learning Spaces Digital Interactive Stations Media Room Computer Carts Reading Centers and Spaces) with the support of building administrators to impact student learning.

• Help students research to evaluate search results and reference materials

• Plan programs for different audiences and media engagement with individual students and classes with activities such as story time/reading challenges appropriate for grade level (Reading Across America; Hour of Code Activities; Film Festival etc.)

• Assist teachers/classes with library visits to help students find print and/or online resources.

• Plan classroom visits to support and deliver instruction on available information resources research tools and proper use of the library resources.
• Regularly attend subject/department meetings to establish connections and gain an understanding of the curriculum and how to support teachers with appropriate resources

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: The Librarian/Media Specialist uses resources routines and procedures to provide a respectful positive safe student-centered environment that is conducive to learning.

• Create and use databases of library materials.
• Maintain existing collections and choose new books videos and other materials for purchase and feature displays.

• Research new books and materials by reading book reviews publishers announcements and catalogs.

• Organize library materials and ensure the process of checking materials in and out and cataloging and shelving new/returned items are efficiently managed.

• Manage counter activity.
• Maintain an organized and responsive learning environment with expectations posted and enforced.

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE: The Librarian/Media Specialist demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum subject content and the developmental needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.

• Knowledge of the philosophy and techniques of library service
• Demonstrated knowledge of library materials and resources
• Creativity to develop and implement library programs and services
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Positive attitude toward library users with special needs
• Knowledge of computers the internet and commercially available library software
• Ability to think analytically and to develop new or revised systems procedures and workflow

PROFESSIONALISM: The Librarian/Media Specialist maintains a commitment to professional ethics communicates effectively and takes responsibility for and participates in professional growth that results in enhanced student learning and support for teachers instructional delivery.

• Works to promote students well-being and success.
• Adheres to federal and state laws school and division policies and ethical guidelines.
• Sets goals for improvement of knowledge and skills.
• Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with administrators teachers other school personnel and the community.
• Participate and lead professional development to support teachers students and parents skills and knowledge in library science.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:Brunswick County Public Schools is committed to a policy of non-discrimination based upon race color national origin religion sex disability and age in the administration of any of its educational programs activities or with respect to employment. Inquiries should be directed to Brunswick County Public Schools Human Resources Department 1718 Farmers Field Road Lawrenceville Virginia 23868. EMAIL:

Required Experience:

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