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Job Description
 

We are looking for a library media specialist who understands the needs of students  (developmental and academic) and has a passionate and tireless commitment to ensuring that all students learn. 

We are looking for someone who understands that:

  • Today’s school libraries serve as the hub of the school therefore ability to develop, maintain, and sustain relationships and partnerships with colleagues and the community are essential.
  • This position will be an essential part of the school community and will develop a strong library program for all students and staff in the building.
  • Librarians serve as tech support in our buildings and are seen as innovators in the implementation of technology in our schools.
  • Librarians must maintain the library for effective distribution/circulation of materials, coordination of services, and effective instruction for building staff and students.
  • Knowledge of how the library supports/maintains growth in student achievement and tireless commitment to that effort.
  • Knowledge of differentiating for a variety of learning needs (both adult learners and child learners).
  • In depth knowledge of the learning standards, especially in the area of complex texts and close reading.
  • Librarians teach essential skills such as: Microsoft office programs, database research, internet research skills, source evaluation tools, library catalog search and resource retrieval, keyboarding, reading skills, literature/non-fiction appreciation.
  • Facilitate student (and adult) access to information-rich resources for research
  • Encourage students to explore the world around them through print and online resources
  • Serve as teacher resource through collaboration on Next Generation aligned curriculum.
  • Knowledge of enrichment education research using the learning standards (Technology & Innovation in Education)

The candidate should be:

  • Intelligent
  • Hard-working
  • Lifelong learner
  • Friendly and open-minded
  • Enthusiastic and passionate
  • Unwilling to give up on students

Job Qualifications
 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelors or Masters Degree.
  • Current New York State teaching license in required content area.