Summary:
The Media Specialist oversees the library media program of a school site in support of the curriculum.
Responsibilities:
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plans and implements the library media center program.
- Creates and maintains the library media center environment.
- Delivers library media services by providing resources and instruction so that both students and teachers become independent users of information.
- Adheres to professional responsibilities in accordance with the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct of the Education Profession in Florida.
- Plans, prepares, and provides instruction in the skills necessary to access, evaluate, analyze, and organize information in all formats to ensure optimal student achievement. Implements instruction large group, small group, and individual settings.
- Plans, prepares, and provides literature activities to promote a love of reading and lifelong learning for students.
- Establishes and maintains an environment for learning, which includes areas designated and equipped for various functions, such as leisure reading, classroom activities, individual inquiry, and computer use. Maintains standards for acceptable student behavior using appropriate techniques.
- Demonstrates an understanding of best practice elements, including a research model, digital literacy, and knowledge of population-appropriate literature. Engages in professional development activities that enhance this knowledge.
- Establishes and maintains a positive, collaborative relationship with all stakeholders, including school and district staff, students, and parents and community members to ensure an environment that supports learning.
- Develops and maintains a balanced comprehensive collection of print, non-print, and digital resources to support classroom curriculum and the reading interests of students. Assists staff in the selection of resources to support student achievement.
- Uses, models, and assists stakeholders with instructional applications and the use of technology for academic engagement.
- Understands copyright, Fair Use, and licensing of intellectual property, and assists users with their understanding and observance of the same within district policies and procedures.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.
Other information:
COMPETENCIES: The following competencies are representative of specific skills, abilities, and attributes that must be demonstrated to perform this job successfully.
Achievement Focus: Sets and achieves challenging goals. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standards of excellence. Recognizes and acts on opportunities. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Communications: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Continuous Learning: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Seeks feedback to improve performance. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. Shares expertise with others.
Performance Coaching: Defines responsibilities and expectations. Sets goals and objectives. Gives performance feedback. Motivates for increased results. Recognizes contributions. Encourages training and development.
QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully.
Education: A bachelor’s degree. Masters in Library Information Science preferred. Appointees who do not have a Library Information Science Degree will be required to sign a course compliance agreement and complete 18 hours of specified university level course work within the first three years of hire. Six hours are required annually.
Experience: One (1) year of successful experience in classroom teaching for candidates that do not possess a Masters in Library Information Science.
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Florida Professional Educator Certification in Educational Media Specialist.
Language Skills: Reads and interprets general business and professional journals, technical procedures, or regulations. Writes reports, correspondence, and manuals. Effectively presents and responds to questions from managers and the public.
Mathematical Skills: Works with math concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical Activities: Talking, walking, sitting, standing, and listening.
Lifting Demands: Up to 35 pounds.
Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant; overhead.
Environmental Conditions: Noise intensity 3 moderate.
DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All employees are expected to demonstrate regular and predictable attendance; to support the District’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan; to engage in civility, respect, and professionalism; and to maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.
NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.
The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents
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