Library Media Specialist

Blytheville Elementary is seeking applications for a Library Media Specialist.

Primary Purpose:

Supervise and manage the school library/media center. Provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems. Serve as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to ensure that library/media center is involved in instructional programs of the school.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university

Valid  librarian  specialist certificate or endorsement

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of library science

Ability to instruct and manage student behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Preferred experience in library/media center in public school setting

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Instruction

1. Provide group instruction and individual guidance to students to help them locate resources and use research techniques.
2. Consult teachers on appropriate use of materials and help them schedule materials for classroom instruction.
3. Serve as information resource for users of library/media center materials and provide staff development opportunities for teachers on the availability and use of campus and district learning resources.

Library Programs

4. Effectively plan school library program to meet identified needs.
5. Assist in preparation of bibliographies and curriculum guides.
6. Manage acquisitions, processing, organizing, distribution, maintenance, and inventory of resources.
7. Coordinate development and maintenance of community resource file.
8. Maintain schedules for instructional television programs and encourage use of video programs for educational purposes.
9. Create a library/media center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interests of students.
10. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.

Student Management

11. Carry out discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations.
12. Interact with students to promote positive attitudes toward school library.

Administration

13. Compile, budget and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
14. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
15. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the library/media services area.
16. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the library/media center program and make changes based on the findings.
17. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.

Communication

18. Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
19. Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise clerical aide(s), student aides, and volunteers.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer, relevant peripherals, printer, calculator, audiovisual equipment and other district technology, copier, and multi-line telephone system.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

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 will be made if necessary:

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate (verbally and written); ability to instruct others; ability to maintain control under stress; ability to manage multi-tasks; ability to manage staff and be flexible to a variable schedule;  and to maintain a clear focus on customer service.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand and move throughout the facilities. Duties also require repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; moderate standing, climbing, stretching, stooping, bending, lifting/transport of up to 50lbs. Frequent district-wide and occasional statewide travel