Elementary Library Media Specialist: Collaborative Tech-Savvy

Norwalk Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Public Schools' Kendall Elementary School seeks a Library Media Specialist to lead the library program, collaborate with teachers, and integrate information literacy across the curriculum.

The role involves instruction in library skills, information retrieval, and use of multimedia materials, plus managing budgets, cataloging, and promoting resources for diverse learners. Qualifications include CT Library Certification, BS/MA in Library Media, and distance-learning experience.

Qualifications

• CT Certification Librarian, Grades 1-12 (048) required.
• BS or MA in Library Media or equivalent.
• Experience as library media specialist at middle school level preferred.
• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Experience with Digital Literacy and teaching distance learning in a virtual environment.

Responsibilities

• Plans and develops a total library media program to support school objectives.
• Works collaboratively with teachers, administrators and parents to facilitate a learning program supportive of curriculum goals.
• Organizes, maintains and provides access to a collection of materials tailored to the requirements of the curriculum and abilities of the students.
• Creates an atmosphere conducive to learning, and maintains the physical condition of the library and its materials.
• Classifies, catalogs, circulates and retrieves library media materials according to prescribed professional methods.
• Keeps accurate records and maintains a valid inventory.
• Directs budget allocations to reflect curriculum requirements.
• Gives instruction in library skills, information retrieval, on line communications, and the use of multimedia materials to members of the school community.
• Provides orientations for new teachers and students.
• Promotes interlibrary cooperation with district, public and academic libraries.

Skills

Adolescent experience

Clear communicator

Active listening

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

CT Certification Librarian, Grades 1-12 (048)

BS or MA in Library Media

Job description

Norwalk Public Schools' Kendall Elementary School seeks a Library Media Specialist to lead the library program, collaborate with teachers, and integrate information literacy across the curriculum.

The role involves instruction in library skills, information retrieval, and use of multimedia materials, plus managing budgets, cataloging, and promoting resources for diverse learners. Qualifications include CT Library Certification, BS/MA in Library Media, and distance-learning experience.