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School Librarian/media Specialist Job Description (with STEM Integration)

This job description outlines the evolving role of a school librarian or media specialist in today's educational landscape, emphasizing their role in promoting and integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) learning experiences.

Job title

School librarian/media specialist

General description

The school librarian/media specialist will be responsible for leading and managing the school's library and media center, fostering a vibrant learning environment that supports both traditional literacy and the development of 21st-century skills, including robust STEM education. This includes curating resources, providing instruction, collaborating with teachers, and facilitating student learning across all subject areas, with a particular focus on integrating technology and STEM concepts.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Curate and Manage the Library Collection:
• Develop and maintain a diverse collection of print, non-print, and digital resources that support the curriculum and interests of all students, including a focus on STEM-related materials.
• Evaluate and select new resources, emphasizing those that promote inquiry, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills in STEM fields.
• Ensure equitable access to resources and information for all learners, considering diverse learning styles and needs.
• Oversee the circulation of library materials, maintaining an organized and accessible catalog system.

• Provide Instruction and Support for Information and Digital Literacy:
• Design and deliver engaging lessons and workshops on information literacy skills, including researching, evaluating, and citing sources, with a strong emphasis on locating and utilizing STEM information.
• Facilitate instruction on the ethical use of information, digital citizenship, and online safety.
• Teach students how to effectively use various technologies, including online databases, educational software, and emerging tools relevant to STEM learning.
• Guide students in utilizing digital tools for research, project creation, and collaboration within STEM projects.

• Lead and Integrate STEM Learning:
• Develop and implement an interactive STEM curriculum that encourages creativity, innovation, and aligns with state and national standards.
• Create a physical and digital learning environment (e.g., a makerspace or innovative learning lab) that fosters STEM exploration and hands-on learning, including activities such as coding, robotics, 3D printing, and thinking.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate STEM concepts and resources into the curriculum across grade levels and subject areas.
• Organize and lead extracurricular STEM-related clubs, competitions, and events, such as a school science fair.
• Guide students in computational thinking and the creation of new technologies.
• Connect students and teachers with STEM professionals and organizations to expand learning opportunities.

• Collaborate with the School Community:
• Work as an instructional partner with teachers to integrate library resources, technology, and STEM concepts into classroom lessons and activities.
• Assist teachers in selecting appropriate materials and resources for curriculum units, including specialized STEM resources.
• Provide professional development opportunities for teachers on utilizing library resources, integrating technology, and incorporating STEM practices into their teaching.
• Collaborate with administrators, parents, and community partners to promote library programs and support student learning in STEM.

• Program Administration:
• Prepare and manage the school library media program, budget, allocating resources effectively to support curriculum, student needs, and STEM initiatives.
• Utilize data and assessment to evaluate the effectiveness of the library program and identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and inviting physical and online library space that promotes learning, collaboration, and inquiry for all students.
• Supervise and evaluate library support staff, student assistants, and volunteers.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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