Librarian Media Specialist - 77539

DICKINSON I S D • Dickinson, TX

422d • $67,000 - $147,680 • Onsite

About The Position

The Librarian Media Specialist will oversee the operation of the school library/media center, ensuring that students, teachers, administrators, and staff effectively utilize media resources and technology tools. The role aims to create an information-rich environment that supports 21st-century learning and enhances educational outcomes through collaboration and technology integration.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas school librarian certificate or endorsement (preferred).
• At least three (3) years' experience in library/media center in a public-school setting (preferred).
• Demonstrate effective design and delivery of staff development.
• Possess knowledge of library media science.
• Possess an understanding of reading instructional practice and research skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to instruct and manage student behavior.
• Exhibit strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Consult and collaborate directly with teachers and the curriculum team, and work with students to model or demonstrate technology-infused lessons.
• Assist teachers in integrating appropriate technology tools in the curriculum to enhance teaching and learning.
• Design and implement teaching and learning activities, both individually and in collaboration with teachers and staff that reflect current research and practice, including project-based learning and new technology.
• Adapt materials and teaching strategies to the interests, needs, and abilities of the learner.
• Provide students with the capacity to build both informational literacy and technological skills conducive to the 21st-century learner.
• Provide support for online resources and online assessments.
• Serve as campus Renaissance Learning Coordinator.
• Guide students to evaluate and use information in digital and text formats.
• Support personnel in the role of an instructional technology coach, teacher leader, and professional development specialist for the campus.
• Research and develop methods of academic standards and curriculum with effective technology-based teaching and learning strategies to improve student achievement.
• Facilitate campus and district technology integration efforts to promote 21st-century teaching and learning.
• Manage acquisitions; process, organize, distribute, maintain, dispose of inventory resources.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage funds and media/library resources within established district guidelines, including but not limited to the collection and maintenance of student fines as well as preparation of parent notifications; reconcile receipt of resources with packing slips and invoices.
• Compose and deliver oral presentations and written reports to campus/district administrators, school board, and campus staff.
• Exercise a leadership role in encouraging media utilization by students and staff.
• Promote open access to resources and information during and beyond the instructional day and school year.
• Supervise library assistants, student aides, and volunteers.
• Work in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork with staff, teachers, administrators, and students.

Benefits

• Salary range between $62k and $67k per year.
• Work in a supportive educational environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree