Librarian/Media Specialist - Dresden Middle School

Weakley County School District•Dresden, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Library Media Specialist selects, orders, and organizes print and non-print materials for the library media center to reinforce the curriculum. The role instructs students in using the library as a source of knowledge, enjoyment, and inspiration, and works with teachers to develop library media programs that meet classroom needs. The specialist supports high-quality education for all students and maintains a safe, orderly library environment that promotes learning. The position is 10-month, with 12 paychecks, and reports to the School Principal.

Requirements

Librarian/Media Specialist license.
Knowledge of library practices, terminology, and procedures; age-appropriate literature; computer and Internet operations; and grammar and punctuation concepts.
Ability to establish effective working relationships, adapt to changing work priorities, display mechanical aptitude, and work with frequent interruptions.
Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles, reason, and make judgments.
Ability to understand the meanings of words and associated ideas.
Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately.
Manual dexterity to move hands and fingers easily.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the assigned area is preferred.
A master’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the effective delivery of a high quality of education for all students.
Conduct classes and activities in appropriate formats and for relevant age groups, such as reading, storytelling, and contests, to promote the use and enjoyment of literature.
Assist teachers, students, and administrators in identifying resource materials for classroom use and assignments.
Collaborate with library media specialists across the district and, when possible, the region to enhance expertise, library offerings, and services.
Maintain positive relationships with teachers, students, parents, and the community, and communicate regularly with school stakeholders through a variety of methods.
Use the school’s and district’s time, money, and personnel strategically and effectively.
Participate in required and appropriate school- or system-level staff development.
Supervise students to maintain a library environment that supports student learning.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe library.
Maintain inventory and records databases; evaluate books and periodicals for retention, repair damaged books, and recommend retiring materials to ensure the availability of current, serviceable library resources.
Carry out reasonable instructions and extra assignments given by the principal before, during, or after the school day.
Maintain consistent, predictable attendance and punctuality, including participation in required meetings, trainings, and professional development.
Perform duties with integrity, professionalism, and accountability, in compliance with school, district, state, and federal laws and policies.
Interact professionally and effectively with students, parents or guardians, coworkers, administrators, and the public.
Maintain appropriate confidentiality of student, personnel, and district information.
Follow safety procedures and report hazards, incidents, or unsafe conditions in a timely manner.
Use district equipment, technology, and resources appropriately in support of assigned duties.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or administrators.
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.