Shawano School District
Library Media Specialist Job at Shawano School District in Shawano
Shawano School District, Shawano, WI, US, 54166
Position Type:
High School Teaching
Date Posted:
7/21/2025
Location:
District Wide - All Schools
The Shawano School District is seeking a licensed, student-centered Library Media Specialist to lead our district's school library program and support digital literacy, research skills, and reading engagement. The Library Media Specialist serves as an instructional leader and resource for students and staff in the areas of literacy, research, and information technology. This role supports student achievement by fostering a love for reading, teaching information literacy skills, managing the district's school libraries, and supporting digital learning initiatives. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and have experience managing multiple school libraries and overseeing library aides.
Can you envision how your contributions will drive the success of the district and support our community? Come be a part of a team that is integral to the success of our students and staff. As a member of the Shawano School District, you join a culture that:
Ø Ensures a safe and secure environment for students and staff
Ø Takes pride in our work
Ø Ensures students have a Future Ready Learning environment focused on experiences that prepare them for the world they will lead in
Our School District
The Shawano School District is committed to inspiring and preparing students to be future-ready by engaging, empowering, and educating every student, every day, "The Hawk Way." The district believes in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment built on strong home, school, and community partnerships, where all students can thrive and achieve success. With a focus on continuous improvement, accountability, and positive relationships, the district prioritizes professional development, effective communication, and the use of best practices and technology in education. Its guiding principles emphasize sustainable budgeting, staff retention, student-centered instruction, and a commitment to well-rounded student experiences through diverse extracurricular programs. The Shawano School District includes four schools - early elementary, intermediate, middle and high schools - and the district office.
Our Community
Shawano is a vibrant and growing city in northeastern Wisconsin. Shawano offers small-town charm and community spirit, with easy access to larger urban areas like Green Bay and the Fox Valley. Our community offers high-quality schools, numerous parks, scenic trails, and a revitalized downtown, all contributing to its strong sense of community and economic vitality. The city is nestled along the Wolf River and near Shawano Lake, providing abundant opportunities for water recreation. Shawano places a strong emphasis on education, with excellent public and private schools, a regional center for Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, and nearby access to the College of Menominee Nation. Shawano: a great place to work, play, and live.
The Role Responsibilities
This role supports instruction and students with responsibilities to collaborate with teachers to design and deliver instruction that integrates information literacy and digital citizenship, teach students to access, evaluate, and ethically use information across formats, and to promote lifelong reading habits by curating diverse and engaging library collections. This role has responsibilities to program and resource management such as to select, acquire, and maintain a collection of print and digital materials that support curriculum and student interest, organize the library to be a welcoming, inclusive, and productive learning environment, and to implement library management systems and oversee circulation procedures. This role also supports technology integration through supporting the integration of technology tools into classroom instruction, providing guidance and training to staff on digital resources, databases, and educational technology, and maintaining knowledge of emerging technologies relevant to student learning. Furthermore, this role serves in leadership by participating in school improvement planning and professional learning communities, advocating for equitable access to information and technology for all students and promoting intellectual freedom and ethical use of information and technology. This role oversees the library aide in each school.
Role Requirements
As the ideal candidate, you will have a valid Wisconsin DPI License #902 and experience related to the role responsibilities.
Wage and Benefits
Shawano School District is hiring hardworking and dedicated individuals who value Learning Living Leading The Hawk Way. We offer appealing wages based on skills and qualifications, alongside healthy benefits package. We are committed to the success and wellbeing of our employees, which is why we offer a variety of Hawk Way advantages and benefits, including:
How to Apply
Submit your resume or current work history, references and other requested information.
The Shawano School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, race, national origin, ancestry, color, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, or any physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability, or any other legally protected status or classification. Employees of this District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972.
High School Teaching
Date Posted:
7/21/2025
Location:
District Wide - All Schools
The Shawano School District is seeking a licensed, student-centered Library Media Specialist to lead our district's school library program and support digital literacy, research skills, and reading engagement. The Library Media Specialist serves as an instructional leader and resource for students and staff in the areas of literacy, research, and information technology. This role supports student achievement by fostering a love for reading, teaching information literacy skills, managing the district's school libraries, and supporting digital learning initiatives. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and have experience managing multiple school libraries and overseeing library aides.
Can you envision how your contributions will drive the success of the district and support our community? Come be a part of a team that is integral to the success of our students and staff. As a member of the Shawano School District, you join a culture that:
Ø Ensures a safe and secure environment for students and staff
Ø Takes pride in our work
Ø Ensures students have a Future Ready Learning environment focused on experiences that prepare them for the world they will lead in
Our School District
The Shawano School District is committed to inspiring and preparing students to be future-ready by engaging, empowering, and educating every student, every day, "The Hawk Way." The district believes in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment built on strong home, school, and community partnerships, where all students can thrive and achieve success. With a focus on continuous improvement, accountability, and positive relationships, the district prioritizes professional development, effective communication, and the use of best practices and technology in education. Its guiding principles emphasize sustainable budgeting, staff retention, student-centered instruction, and a commitment to well-rounded student experiences through diverse extracurricular programs. The Shawano School District includes four schools - early elementary, intermediate, middle and high schools - and the district office.
Our Community
Shawano is a vibrant and growing city in northeastern Wisconsin. Shawano offers small-town charm and community spirit, with easy access to larger urban areas like Green Bay and the Fox Valley. Our community offers high-quality schools, numerous parks, scenic trails, and a revitalized downtown, all contributing to its strong sense of community and economic vitality. The city is nestled along the Wolf River and near Shawano Lake, providing abundant opportunities for water recreation. Shawano places a strong emphasis on education, with excellent public and private schools, a regional center for Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, and nearby access to the College of Menominee Nation. Shawano: a great place to work, play, and live.
The Role Responsibilities
This role supports instruction and students with responsibilities to collaborate with teachers to design and deliver instruction that integrates information literacy and digital citizenship, teach students to access, evaluate, and ethically use information across formats, and to promote lifelong reading habits by curating diverse and engaging library collections. This role has responsibilities to program and resource management such as to select, acquire, and maintain a collection of print and digital materials that support curriculum and student interest, organize the library to be a welcoming, inclusive, and productive learning environment, and to implement library management systems and oversee circulation procedures. This role also supports technology integration through supporting the integration of technology tools into classroom instruction, providing guidance and training to staff on digital resources, databases, and educational technology, and maintaining knowledge of emerging technologies relevant to student learning. Furthermore, this role serves in leadership by participating in school improvement planning and professional learning communities, advocating for equitable access to information and technology for all students and promoting intellectual freedom and ethical use of information and technology. This role oversees the library aide in each school.
Role Requirements
As the ideal candidate, you will have a valid Wisconsin DPI License #902 and experience related to the role responsibilities.
Wage and Benefits
Shawano School District is hiring hardworking and dedicated individuals who value Learning Living Leading The Hawk Way. We offer appealing wages based on skills and qualifications, alongside healthy benefits package. We are committed to the success and wellbeing of our employees, which is why we offer a variety of Hawk Way advantages and benefits, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance; Voluntary Life and other insurance benefits, Employee Assistance Program
- District-paid short term disability, long term disability, and basic life insurance plans.
- Paid time off benefits
- Exceptional Wisconsin Retirement System Contribution
How to Apply
Submit your resume or current work history, references and other requested information.
The Shawano School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, race, national origin, ancestry, color, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, or any physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability, or any other legally protected status or classification. Employees of this District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972.