Shared Media Coordinator Greenwood Middle/Wayne School of Technical Arts

Wayne County Public Schools; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne County Public Schools seeks a Media Coordinator to lead the school library media program, providing instructional resources and services that support student-centered learning.

You will organize facilities, plan long-range development, and promote reading while aligning with licensure requirements. Collaboration with staff and technology integration will be essential for program success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science or equivalent licensure for NC school library media coordinator.
• Demonstrated knowledge of library media terminology and information resources.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students, staff, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Organize library facilities and resources to maximize access and support school goals.
• Design and implement long-range plans balancing teaching, technology, collaboration, collection development, and program management.
• Assess learning needs and plan with teachers to support instruction.
• Instruct students and staff in using information and resources effectively; promote reading and lifelong learning.
• Lead collaboration to select and evaluate resources addressing curricular needs.

Skills

Clear communication

Collaborative

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Instructional technology

Education

MLS degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Media Coordinator

Wayne County Public Schools

Job Description

TITLE: Media Coordinator

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in Library Science or the equivalent for licensure as a school library media coordinator by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

REPORTS TO:

Principal

JOB GOAL:

To provide the leadership and instructional resources and services for implementation of a school library media program that serves as an integral part of a student centered educational process.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Follow all rules, policies and procedures of Wayne County Public Schools, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to school/media issues.
• Organize school library media facilities and resources in a manner that supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the school and maximizes intellectual and physical access to resources.
• Work with school staff to design and implement short and long range plans to ensure balance among teaching, instructional technology, collaboration, collection development, and program management.
• Assess learning and informational needs of students and staff; plan and work collaboratively with teachers.
• Instruct students and staff in the effective use of ideas and information; advocate and promote reading and lifelong learning.
• Lead teachers, technology staff, and students in a collaborative process to select and evaluate resources that address curricular needs and learning goals of students and teachers in the information age.
• Keep accurate inventories of print, nonprint and technology materials and equipment; evaluates the school library media program on a continual basis.
• Work cooperatively with other libraries and agencies to share resources that enhance teaching and learning. Interact effectively with students, staff, administration, and the general public to promote the school media program.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required by the Principal.

Terms of Employment:

Ten-month employment/FLSA Exempt

Starting Salary and/or Grade:

Salary based on state salary scale

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board, local and state policy on evaluation of Media Coordinators.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to communicate well with school personnel, students, and parents.
• Demonstrate considerable knowledge of computers and all aspects of the Microsoft Office Professional software programs.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of library media terminology and appropriate uses of media and technology to enhance instruction and achievement.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignment.
• Comply with confidentiality requirements in local, state and federal policies and statutes.
• Physical ability (able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally) and dexterity to perform the duties and responsibilities