Librarian MS Pool (Restart)

Summary

Librarian MSIn a school media center or library, incumbent is primarily responsible for formally instructing students and staff about library skills and assuring the development and management of media resources. Incumbent makes a substantial contribution to the education of students on the organization and use of a library or media center. Incumbent is responsible for overseeing the operations of the entire media center and in larger schools may supervise other media personnel.This position requires knowledge of and ability to apply current instructional and learning theories and methodologies. Broad knowledge of current media production techniques and changes in technology is required. This position requires a basic knowledge of a broad range of topics (e.g., the arts, sciences, literature, and history.) This position requires knowledge of State, Local, and Federal laws and regulations affecting performance of duties (e.g., school handbooks, American Library Association standards, copyright laws).Maintain knowledge of curriculum and standards and their correlation to literacy, resources, and the research process. Seek resources within the community and beyond for curriculum support.Plan and deliver student-centered, differentiated library lessons using multiple media formats and technology tools.Ensure students and staff understand ethical use of information and multimedia including citing sources, avoiding plagiarism, seeking multiple perspectives, and assessing online resources for validity, accuracy, and timeliness. Librarian fosters digital citizenship awareness in the school.Reflect on library practices and services that results in setting professional goals and changing practices. Accept performance feedback. Participate regularly in campus and other professional development activities.Contributes to the school and to the district by participating in school events, serving on school/district committees, or participating in team/department meetings.Services are performed in a standard office or school setting. This position involves bending and stretching to shelve books and may involve heavy lifting of technical equipment. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position. Judgment is required to interpret broad professional, State, Local, and Federal laws, regulations, and policies affecting the lives and education of children and the impact of the policies on instructional methodologies or techniques employed. Collection, development, and management activities involve judgment when selecting particular materials and equipment (e.g., budget limitations, difficulty level of material or use, and subject).Incumbent receives administrative supervision, and performance is evaluated over the course of the school year. Supervisor may supply detailed instruction regarding matters such as changes in law or policy and completing State and Local forms. The work involves using professional skills and knowledge to access a broad range of specific or general information. Work relationships are with students, teachers, and other school staff to share information, plan resource needs, and instruct in the area of library skills. Involves significant contact with students to provide formal instruction on library skills. Involves contact with co-workers in the library or media center to assign tasks and give instruction. May involve contact with librarians or media personnel in other schools, public library staff, college library staff, sales representatives, and parents to share information and locate materials and equipment.

Job Description

Librarian MSIn a school media center or library, incumbent is primarily responsible for formally instructing students and staff about library skills and assuring the development and management of media resources. Incumbent makes a substantial contribution to the education of students on the organization and use of a library or media center. Incumbent is responsible for overseeing the operations of the entire media center and in larger schools may supervise other media personnel.This position requires knowledge of and ability to apply current instructional and learning theories and methodologies. Broad knowledge of current media production techniques and changes in technology is required. This position requires a basic knowledge of a broad range of topics (e.g., the arts, sciences, literature, and history.) This position requires knowledge of State, Local, and Federal laws and regulations affecting performance of duties (e.g., school handbooks, American Library Association standards, copyright laws).Maintain knowledge of curriculum and standards and their correlation to literacy, resources, and the research process. Seek resources within the community and beyond for curriculum support.Plan and deliver student-centered, differentiated library lessons using multiple media formats and technology tools.Ensure students and staff understand ethical use of information and multimedia including citing sources, avoiding plagiarism, seeking multiple perspectives, and assessing online resources for validity, accuracy, and timeliness. Librarian fosters digital citizenship awareness in the school.Reflect on library practices and services that results in setting professional goals and changing practices. Accept performance feedback. Participate regularly in campus and other professional development activities.Contributes to the school and to the district by participating in school events, serving on school/district committees, or participating in team/department meetings.Services are performed in a standard office or school setting. This position involves bending and stretching to shelve books and may involve heavy lifting of technical equipment. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position. Judgment is required to interpret broad professional, State, Local, and Federal laws, regulations, and policies affecting the lives and education of children and the impact of the policies on instructional methodologies or techniques employed. Collection, development, and management activities involve judgment when selecting particular materials and equipment (e.g., budget limitations, difficulty level of material or use, and subject).Incumbent receives administrative supervision, and performance is evaluated over the course of the school year. Supervisor may supply detailed instruction regarding matters such as changes in law or policy and completing State and Local forms. The work involves using professional skills and knowledge to access a broad range of specific or general information. Work relationships are with students, teachers, and other school staff to share information, plan resource needs, and instruct in the area of library skills. Involves significant contact with students to provide formal instruction on library skills. Involves contact with co-workers in the library or media center to assign tasks and give instruction. May involve contact with librarians or media personnel in other schools, public library staff, college library staff, sales representatives, and parents to share information and locate materials and equipment.