School Library Media Specialist: Inspire Learning

JENKINS ES - ADMIN; Newport News (VA); In loco; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Newport News Public Schools seeks a Library Media Specialist for Jenkins Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia.

You will manage the media center, select instructional materials, assist teachers, and guide students in research and information literacy. The role requires strong communication and collaboration with staff, students, and families, supporting an engaging learning environment.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or a related field.
• Virginia licensure eligibility for Media Specialist.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents and the public.

Mansioni

• Operates and supervises the media center.
• Assists teachers in selecting books and instructional materials.
• Informs teachers about new materials acquired by the media center.
• Maintains a comprehensive system for cataloging materials and teaches its use.
• Plans assignments to maximize media center resources.
• Helps students develop independent reference skills.
• Supports research using the internet and other technologies.
• Arranges displays and exhibits to engage students.
• Identifies student needs and collaborates with staff to support learning.
• Participates in faculty committees and student activities.
• Models nondiscriminatory practices.

Descrizione del lavoro

Newport News Public Schools seeks a Library Media Specialist for Jenkins Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia.

You will manage the media center, select instructional materials, assist teachers, and guide students in research and information literacy. The role requires strong communication and collaboration with staff, students, and families, supporting an engaging learning environment.