School Library & Literacy Leader

Hamilton County Schools; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN seeks a qualified library media specialist to support student literacy and information literacy across the district. You will collaborate with teachers, oversee library resources, administer programs, and promote digital literacy.

A Master's degree and Tennessee license are preferred. The role offers opportunities to work with a diverse student body and to impact learning in a dynamic, programs-driven district.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; current valid Tennessee license required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students, educators, parents, and community members.
• Demonstrates excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the instructional needs of staff and students and promote literacy throughout the school, including providing access to leisure reading materials.
• Develop learning activities and experiences which support state standards and reflect the school’s mission and goals. Librarians may be required to teach self-contained classes.
• Assist teachers and students in navigating online resources.
• Assist teachers in the improvement of instruction through the recommendation of various strategies, media, and cross-curricular connections and in providing digital resources that complement their curriculum.
• Provide resources appropriate to varying abilities and needs, as well as a rich assortment of materials that reflect the local community and other cultures.
• Promote digital literacy and safety through classroom lessons and demonstrating best practices.
• Provide leadership to establish a climate within the library which stimulates efforts to achieve educational objectives and to utilize the resources of the library.
• Assist students and staff in the selection and utilization of library materials.
• Plan and implement library program procedures as they pertain to staff, students, and the community.
• Maintain a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloguing and classifying all library resources.
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Plan and conduct a regular inventory of library resources, weeding obsolete and worn materials as needed.
• Evaluate, select, and requisition new materials for the library in accordance with Board policies and district procedures.
• Utilise best practices of fiscal planning and management and ensure prudent use of financial resources in implementing the library program.
• Maintain accurate and current records and submit required reports promptly.
• Organise library operations to achieve effective use of time and resources.
• Manage a unique space in which students feel invited and safe.
• Participate in all required HCS professional development activities.
• Work collaboratively with all stakeholders, such as teachers, students, and the community.
• Report on time and perform other duties as assigned.
• Promote inclusion and respect for diversity in the library's collection.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Engage in professional development and seek opportunities to grow professionally.
• Follow established procedures to ensure assigned areas are safe.
• Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law.
• Performs related duties, such as sponsoring a student organization or activity.
• Use computers and other technology to enter and access information related to essential job functions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Planning

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tennessee teaching license (or eligibility)

Job description

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN seeks a qualified library media specialist to support student literacy and information literacy across the district. You will collaborate with teachers, oversee library resources, administer programs, and promote digital literacy.

A Master's degree and Tennessee license are preferred. The role offers opportunities to work with a diverse student body and to impact learning in a dynamic, programs-driven district.