LibraryMedia Specialist

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Education
• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate with Certification in Library Sciences
• Experience and high level of competency in technology

TERMS OF CONTRACT: 195 days compensation per certified salary schedule.

REPORT TO: Building principal

PERFORMANCE

RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential job skills/knowledge and abilities:

• Plans and implements programs within the media center program
• Participates in the development and implementation of technology throughout the building and district.
• Designs and promotes the LMC and maintains an appealing environment that is conducive to learning.
• Manages the selection acquisition circulation and maintenance of materials and equipment.
• Trains and supervises media center personnel (staff students and/or volunteers) to perform duties efficiently.
• Plans budgets and maintains records according to needs and the objectives of the media program.
• Implements technology and training with teaching staff on techniques that will enhance instructional strategies.
• Demonstrates and teaches effective research skills.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with students staff administrators and parents/patrons.
• Communicates effectively with students staff administrators and parents/patrons.
• Participates in professional growth activities.
• Adheres to all policies procedures and regulations of the building and district.
• Collaborates in the development and /or implementation of the building and district vision mission and goals.
• Achieve other assignments as assigned by the building principal.

EVALUATION: Annual formative and summative evaluation per board of education policy. Frequency will depend upon length of employment and other factors relating to job performance.

Required Experience:

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