Library Media Specialist (MSHS)

School: Middle/High School

Reports To: Building Principals

FTE: 1.0

Work Year: School year 10-month

Union: Ipswich Educators Association

Ipswich Public Schools is seeking a visionary and collaborative Library Media Specialist to lead our shared Middle/High School Library Media Center. Following the districts mission to empower students as savvy consumers of information the specialist will transform the library into a hub of inquiry digital literacy and academic excellence for students in grades 612.

The successful candidate will be a partner in the instructional process working closely with faculty to integrate 21st-century skillscritical thinking creativity and collaborationinto a diverse and inclusive curriculum.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts DESE License as a School Library Teacher (All Levels).
• A Masters Degree from an ALA-accredited program (Library Science/Information Science) is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in library management systems online databases and educational platforms
• Previous experience in a middle or high school setting is highly desirable.

Required Experience:

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