TopekaPublicSchools is hiring: Library Media Specialist - Middle School, 2025-20

Reports To: Building Principal Position Purpose: The library media specialist provides students and staff with an enriched library environment containing a wide variety of resources that promote intellectual growth. The media specialist assists in acquiring the skills needed to utilize the library media center resources effectively. Qualifications: Master’s Degree from an accredited college/university Current Kansas State Teaching Certificate with Library Media endorsement Two years teaching experience preferred ESOL endorsement preferred Physical/Emotional Requirements: The incumbent may be required to use skills such as speaking, hearing, visual, reading, writing, word processing, mobility, and stamina for working long hours and in stress-producing environments. Performance Responsibilities: Planning and Preparation Demonstrates knowledge of literature and current trends in library media practice Knows the state standards, the school’s program, the school improvement plan, and student information needs Sets goals for the library media program suitable for the setting and students Plans the library media program integrated with the overall school program Demonstrates use of information literacy and educational technology The Library Media Center Environment Creates a respectful environment with students and staff Fosters a culture of investigation and love of literature Manages student behavior effectively Organizes physical space for efficient use within constraints Delivery of Service and Instruction Collaborates with staff on instructional units and lessons Engages students in literature and information literacy skills Assists with technology use in the media center Teaches ethical and effective strategies for research and information use Shows flexibility and responsiveness Professional Responsibilities Reflects on and improves the media program Communicates with the community Participates in professional communities and development Advocates for the media program Demonstrates professionalism Library Media Program Management Knows available resources and access methods Develops evaluation plans for the program Establishes and maintains policies and procedures Maintains and extends the collection within budget Maintains audiovisual and instructional technologies Prepares budgets, records, and reports Manages programs and events in the media center Performs other duties as assigned Terms of Employment: 10.5 months; salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education. Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated according to the Board policy on certified employee evaluation. #J-18808-Ljbffr