Dynamic Middle School Library Specialist

Grand Ledge Public Schools; Grand Ledge (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Ledge Public Schools District is seeking an Intermediate School Library Specialist to oversee the school library program for 200 days per year. The role includes managing book acquisitions, cataloging, and supporting teachers with instructional resources.

The position emphasizes strong reading advocacy, independent work, and collaboration with staff to foster a love of reading among students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with interest in reading and books.
• Experience or training in library operations is a plus.
• Ability to develop and present literacy activities to students.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and staff in locating books of high interest and appeal.
• Maintain library collection and automated system; manage MARC records.
• Input MARC records for new books and manage Dewey classifications.
• Coordinate purchase paperwork and vendor communications.
• Develop schedules for library classes and maintain patron records.
• Train supervise volunteers and substitutes for library functions.
• Prepare overdue notices and manage book losses/damages.
• Support teachers by locating library materials for instruction.

Skills

Reading passion

Independence

Communication

Computer skills

Literary presentations

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma

Library science coursework (18 units)

Bachelor’s or higher in education, literacy, libraries or child development

Tools

Destiny

Job description

Grand Ledge Public Schools District is seeking an Intermediate School Library Specialist to oversee the school library program for 200 days per year. The role includes managing book acquisitions, cataloging, and supporting teachers with instructional resources.

The position emphasizes strong reading advocacy, independent work, and collaboration with staff to foster a love of reading among students.