Benton Middle School Library Media Specialist 26/27 SY

Benton School District•Benton, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Benton Middle School Library Media Specialist is responsible for accurate knowledge of content and pedagogy, understanding students' individual development and special needs, and selecting and using appropriate resources. This role requires adherence to Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and 504 plans, building coherent lessons, and creating a positive learning environment. The specialist will manage student behavior, communicate effectively with students and families, and collaborate with other staff to address student challenges. They will also maintain accurate records, manage classroom equipment and materials, and contribute to professional growth and the school community. Additionally, the role involves reporting suspected child endangerment, enforcing school policies, attending professional development, assisting with student supervision, and sponsoring extracurricular activities.

Requirements

Must have current Arkansas teaching license and certification for the grade level or subject area assigned to.
Successful completion of pre-employment background checks.

Nice To Haves

Competency in Accountability
Competency in Accuracy
Competency in Adaptability
Competency in Communication, Oral
Competency in Communication, Written
Competency in Conflict Resolution
Competency in Creative
Competency in Decision Making
Competency in Detail Oriented
Competency in Diversity Oriented
Competency in Enthusiastic
Competency in Empathetic
Competency in Ethical
Competency in Friendly
Competency in Goal Oriented
Competency in Honesty / Integrity
Competency in Initiative
Competency in Interpersonal
Competency in Judgment
Competency in Loyal
Competency in Organized
Competency in Patience
Competency in Presentation Skills
Competency in Regular attendance
Competency in Reliability
Competency in Responsible
Competency in Self Motivated
Competency in Tactful
Competency in Team Builder
Competency in Working Under Pressure

Responsibilities

Exhibit accurate knowledge of content and pedagogy.
Exhibit knowledge of students individual development and special needs.
Exhibit knowledge of students individual skills and knowledge.
Select and use appropriate resources.
Adhere to each student Individualized Education Program (IEP) and 504 plan.
Build and design coherent lessons, activities, and assessments of rigor that match standards of learning.
Create an environment of respect and rapport.
Establish a positive culture for learning.
Exhibit effective classroom procedures with little loss of instruction.
Effectively supervise students and manages student behavior.
Effectively communicate with students.
Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students behavioral and academic problems.
Exhibit high expectations and effective delivery of lessons.
Demonstrate effective questioning and discussion techniques.
Provide timely, consistent, and high-quality feedback to students.
Exhibit the use of assessments during instruction.
Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to student learning.
Reflect on teaching and make adjustments for targeting greater understanding and student achievement.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
Select, store, order, issue and inventory classroom equipment, materials and supplies.
Effectively communicate with families to discuss childrens progress and needs.
Exhibit participation and contributions to the professional community.
Exhibit continued professional growth and development.
Exhibit professionalism with students, staff, and parents.
Report to proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
Attend all professional meetings, educational conferences, and professional development sessions.
Assist in the supervision of students (such as in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring and bus loading and unloading).
Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations and academic contests.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or other administrators.