Library Media Specialist Job at Virginia Beach City Public Schools in Virginia B

Library Media Specialist

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General Responsibilities

The position is responsible for serving in four interrelated roles within the school : Leader, Teacher and Instructional Partner, Program Manager, and Information Specialist. In fulfilling these roles, the Library Media Specialist (LMS) is responsible for working collaboratively with school administration and staff to develop a library program that supports the curriculum; provides instructional leadership for the teaching of literacy skills; develops and maintains a media center collection rich in both print and non‑print materials; and manages the media center as a flexible, multi‑task learning environment.

Essential Tasks

Leader

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and administration to establish evidence‑based, measurable goals driven by the school improvement plan, and to assist with evaluating the effectiveness and quality of the school library program.
• Ensure the effective integration of the American Association of School Librarians' learning standards and the Virginia Beach City Public Schools Essential Information Literacy Skills through the use of coaching and cooperative teaching methods.
• Serve as an advocate for the school's library programs and services by utilizing a variety of communication and technology tools.
• Participate in professional growth activities that result in enhanced knowledge of best practices in school library programs.
• Collaborate with staff from the Department of Teaching and Learning to select, implement, and adapt information literacy skills in support of curriculum across all content areas.

Instructor and Instructional Partner

Program Manager

Information Specialist

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Must have an extensive knowledge and understanding of the concepts, principles, and methodologies of teaching and learning and of current practices in library media. Must possess the ability to develop instructional goals for students; to manage print, non‑print and electronic collection of curricular support materials and equipment; to prepare and monitor departmental budget; to provide work direction to others; to collaborate with other instructional personnel; to communicate instructional goals to others effectively, orally and in writing. Demonstrated ability in decision making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships and planning.

Education And Experience

Bachelor's Degree, eligibility for Virginia Collegiate Professional Licensure with endorsement in Library Media NK‑12.

Physical Requirements

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public using the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Frequent sitting, walking, standing, bending, grasping, fingering, repetitive motion, and reaching. Occasional stooping and kneeling. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds rarely. Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

How To Apply

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Reports To Principal / Designee

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