Library Media Specialist: Inspire Literacy & Learning

Connally ISD; Elm Mott (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Connally Independent School District seeks a Library Media Specialist to lead the campus library program, promote literacy, and integrate library services with classroom instruction. You will collaborate with teachers to support research, digital literacy, and equitable access to resources.

The role involves managing library operations, selecting materials, and fostering a culture of reading across diverse student populations. Exempt/professional position with a 187-day schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• Texas school librarian certification preferred.
• Experience with instructional collaboration and literacy programs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the campus library: circulation, cataloging, inventory.
• Maintain organized, welcoming library environment.
• Select and maintain resources aligned with curriculum.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate library resources into instruction.
• Provide instruction on research skills, information literacy, and digital citizenship.
• Promote reading through programs, events, and literacy initiatives.
• Manage digital resources and training for staff and students.
• Develop systems for tracking circulation and resource usage.
• Ensure compliance with district policies on materials selection.

Skills

Library information literacy

Instruction collaboration

Reading advocacy

Organizational skills

Communication

Digital resource management

Copyright and ethics

Staff training

Equitable access

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field

Master's degree in Library Science or related field

Texas school librarian certification preferred

Tools

Integrated Library System (ILS)

Library databases and digital catalogs

Job description

Connally Independent School District seeks a Library Media Specialist to lead the campus library program, promote literacy, and integrate library services with classroom instruction. You will collaborate with teachers to support research, digital literacy, and equitable access to resources.

The role involves managing library operations, selecting materials, and fostering a culture of reading across diverse student populations. Exempt/professional position with a 187-day schedule.