Permanent 1.0 FTE position to begin with the 2026-27 school year.
Salary range is pending bargaining for the 2026-27 school year; posted salary range is for the 2025-26 school year.
Job Title: K-12 District Library Media Specialist
Classification: Certified
Supervisor: Director of PK-12 Literacy or Designee
FLSA Status: Exempt
Contract: 195 Days
Summary: The K-12 District Library Media Specialist will provide direct support for all district Media Assistants and Media Center Technicians on a rotational basis for the following areas: Communication regarding duties and work environment, instruction and supervision for ordering, collection maintenance according to building needs (including discarding outdated/damaged materials), adherence to budget, assistance in monthly district meetings, communication or relevant library media information, communication with district supervisors, and building principals. The K-12 District Library Media Specialist will also design and support the district curriculum.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Library Media Center Organization and Management.
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Supports the district in providing a coordinated and consistent media program.
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Helps develop and maintain district goals for media services.
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Assists the principal in the direction of duties for media assistants.
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Assists the principal to develop, justify, and administer the school’s library media center’s budget.
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Participates in curriculum design by serving on the district level team.
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Keeps current on new technology related to media services and integration.
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Keeps current on instructional materials related to core courses (English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Science).
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Integrate the library program with district curriculum and technology initiatives and standards.
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Promotes and guides literature selection by facilitating the book selection committee.
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Collaborates with each media assistant in the maintenance of library print materials, software, and hardware.
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Provides training and information regarding the duties of the media assistants.
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Provides lesson plans aligned to the library standards and coach media assistants in lesson delivery.
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Assist media assistants to establish and maintain efficient library procedures including circulation, shelving, and retrieval of books and materials.
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Maintain a media center digital resource hub.
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Will consult their supervisor and/or the building principal, and provide guidance to Media Technicians for purchasing items within the budget.
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Maintains appropriate records.
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Uses clear and consistent communication.
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Performs any other duties the Director of Curriculum may assign.
Library Media Skills Instruction
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Promotes and provides guidance in literature selection and use of media.
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Uses practical communication skills with all levels of staff.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Performs any other duties the Director of Curriculum, Assessment, and TAG Programs may assign.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The District Library Media Specialist is responsible to the Director of Curriculum, Assessment, and Talented and Gifted Programs and each building principal. Program direction will be provided by the Director of PK-12 Literacy, or designee, and the designated advising building principal.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
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The District Library Media Specialist supports all district library media assistants and media center technicians.
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All Medford School District employees supervise students and maintain a safe environment.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
An individual must perform each essential duty of this position satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
MINIMUM SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
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Communication processes and theories.
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Cooperative learning methods of teaching and resourcing.
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Learning styles and approaches.
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Children and adolescent literature.
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Cataloging and classification.
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Facility design and management.
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Resource-based teaching is consistent with developmentally appropriate practices for elementary education.
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Curriculum development and content.
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Censorship issues and policies.
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Copyright laws and policies.
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Print and non-print materials.
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Sources and procedures for acquiring library media.
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The application of various types of technology to instruction.
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Library media programs and their place in education.
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Computer programming and hardware.
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School rules and regulations.
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State laws and safety procedures that apply to students.
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School and district procedures for dealing with students, staff, and others.
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School district procedures for resolving conflicts and supervising students.
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Compliance with the Eight Keys to Employability.
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Abidance by Teacher Standards and Practices Commission Standards for the Ethical Educator and Professional Practices.
Skills:
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Ability to teach students and staff both formally and informally.
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Ability to train students and teachers in using equipment necessary for effectively utilizing library media.
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Ability to plan for space and utilization of library media.
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Ability to teach students the media curriculum emphasizing information search and retrieval processes.
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Ability to determine students' comprehension levels and select materials to meet those levels.
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Ability to prepare budgets and order, schedule, and organize materials.
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Ability to select, evaluate and organize appropriate media centers, including equipment.
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Ability to work with principals and teachers to recommend educational media suited to specific instructional objectives and to effectively utilize library media.
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Ability to organize, supervise and evaluate library media programs.
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Ability to develop well-defined program goals.
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Ability to demonstrate an effective management style.
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Ability to plan and teach basic computer concepts.
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Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
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Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with students, fellow employees, and the public.
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Ability to perform physical labor when required.
Attitudes:
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Demonstrated ability to show a positive attitude toward all aspects of work.
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Demonstrated ability to adjust to new conditions and situations.
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Demonstrated ability to cooperate with the staff to provide practical learning resources and facilities.
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Demonstrated ability to accept responsibility.
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Demonstrated ability to practice the principles of honesty, integrity, and accuracy in all matters of district operations.
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Demonstrated ability to take direction and supervision.
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Demonstrated ability to use practical problem-solving techniques.
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Demonstrated ability to ask for and accept suggestions from colleagues and supervisors.
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Demonstrated ability to engage in a continuous in-service program.
Experience:
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Successful classroom teaching experience with experience in library media center management preferred.
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Experience with adolescent and children's literature, audiovisual equipment and production, technology applications, and instructional systems.
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Experience integrating library media skills curriculums into the instructional program, supervision of volunteers and assistants, and public relations.
Education and/or Experience: Must be eligible for or possess the appropriate license by the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission for assignment as a teacher with an endorsement in Educational Media or equivalent.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact appropriately with teachers, staff, community members, and students. Focuses on solving conflict; maintains confidentiality; contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and area. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Computer Skills: General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use database software, e-mail, internet software, spreadsheets, teaching software, and word processing software.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Hold current Oregon Teaching Certificate with proper endorsement(s) in the assigned subject matter and grade level.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to complete instructions furnished in written, oral, schedule, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently in English verbally and in writing. Preference may be given to applicants fluent in English and Spanish. Ability to present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one, small, and large group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and governmental regulations. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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Stamina for 8 hours of student instruction and supervision.
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Use of hands for repetitive motions, such as writing and typing.
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Standing/Walking: 3-6 hours/day and Sitting: 2-4 hours/day.
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Occasional bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing of stairs or ladders.
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Lifting/carrying: Up to 40 lbs.
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Occasional physical interaction with students, as provided by law, and to ensure the physical safety of the student and/or others.
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Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).
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Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).
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Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point).
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Speaks clearly enough to be understood by others and identify and understand the speech of others.
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Emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and control all aspects of the job.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate, and employees may be exposed to blood borne pathogens, temperature fluctuations, fumes, odors, and dust.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Medford School District 549C is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and in accordance with Federal and State legislation, including Title IX, title VIII, ORS 659.150, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, national origin, age, disability, immigration status or citizenship status in employment or educational programs.
Medford School District 549C is an equal opportunity employer and provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235.
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility, a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension to your application by the closing date. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran’s disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included on the DD Form 214/215.
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) whenever it deems advisable.
