Library Media Specialist

Alabama State Department of Education

Mountain Brook, AL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acquisitions Management, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Data Management, Order Picking/Packing, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Policy Evaluation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, School Library, School Management, Teachers Help, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, University/School Regulations
LOCATION
Mountain Brook, AL
POSTED
16 days ago

MOUNTAIN BROOK SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Library/Media Specialist

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Required: BS or MA Degree and Library/Media Certification.

Preferred: Experience in school library/media center.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: The major responsibility will be to manage the school library/media center. The duties associated with this responsibility will include the following:

  • Develops a positive climate that encourages students and teachers to make optimum use of the resources of the media center.
  • Selects materials based upon the curriculum, learning activities, and student interests.
  • Ensures the 21st Century library media program provides current print, non-print, technology and on-line materials.
  • Manages the acquisition, processing, organization, distribution, maintenance, and inventory of resources.
  • Utilizes current technologies and an approved electronic management system for instruction, assessment and data management.
  • Provides assistance in the evaluation of the library collection.
  • Provides training to students, staff, and parents in the use of electronic resources.
  • Selects and orders books and materials in accordance with the Selection Policy of the Mountain Brook Schools.
  • Administers budget allocations and maintains accurate financial records.
  • Maintains the library collection and all work areas in a neat and orderly fashion.
  • Works cooperatively with teachers to help students develop habits of independent work and to develop skill in the use of materials in relation to planned assignments.
  • Participates in personal professional development activities and organizations and demonstrates professional ethics.
  • Communicates effectively with parents and colleagues.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
  • Adheres to school system and school rules, regulations and procedures.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 month contract (202 days)

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board policies on evaluation of professional personnel.

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Alabama State Department of Education