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Connecticut REAP • Westbrook, CT

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About The Position

Library Media Specialist Long Term Substitute- Westbrook High School Location: Westbrook Public Schools, Westbrook, Connecticut Position Type: Full-Time, Long Term Substitute Position December 1, 2025-June 12, 2026 Start Date: ASAP Application Deadline: Open until filled About Westbrook High School: Westbrook High School is a dynamic and inclusive learning community committed to academic excellence, innovation, and the development of the whole student. We value curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, and we're looking for a Library Media Specialist who shares our passion for helping students become ethical digital citizens and lifelong learners. Position Overview: The Library Media Specialist serves as an instructional leader and information specialist who empowers students and staff to access, evaluate, and use information effectively. The ideal candidate will foster a welcoming, intellectually vibrant library environment that supports reading, research, technology integration, and inquiry-based learning. Applicants with additional teaching certifications and experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Valid Connecticut State Department of Education Certification as a Library Media Specialist (Endorsement #062).
• Demonstrated knowledge of library management systems, instructional technology, and information literacy standards.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and student engagement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a secondary school setting.
• Familiarity with digital learning platforms and emerging educational technologies.
• Passion for literature, inquiry-based learning, and student-centered education.

Responsibilities

• Curate, organize, and maintain a diverse, inclusive, and current library collection in multiple formats.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate information literacy and digital citizenship skills into classroom instruction.
• Support students in developing research, media, and technology skills aligned with Connecticut's standards.
• Promote a culture of reading and literacy across the school community.
• Manage library resources, technology tools, and digital databases.
• Facilitate equitable access to information and technology for all learners.
• Lead and model best practices in copyright, fair use, and ethical information use.
• Oversee library operations, scheduling, and student supervision in the media center.
• Participate in school and district professional learning and curriculum initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed