Library Media Specialist - Nathan Hale Middle School, Norwalk. 2021-2022
School Year. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The library media specialist
"....plays a unique and pivotal role in the learning community. To
fulfill this role, the effective library media specialist draws upon
vision for the student-centered library media program that is based on
three central ideas: collaboration, leadership, and technology."* To
realize this vision, the library media specialist serves in four
capacities: teacher, instructional partner, information specialist and
program administrator. *American Association of School Librarians.
Information Power: Building Partnerships for Learning. Chicago:
American Library Association, 1998, pp. 4-5.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans and develops a total library media program to
support school objectives. Works collaboratively with teachers,
administrators and parents to facilitate a learning program supportive
of curriculum goals. Organizes, maintains and provides access to a
collection of materials tailored to the requirements of the curriculum
and abilities of the students. Creates an atmosphere conducive to
learning, and maintains the physical condition of the library and its
materials. Classifies, catalogs, circulates and retrieves library media
materials according to prescribed professional methods. Makes new
materials available in a timely manner, and follows established
procedures for removal of obsolete material. Keeps accurate records and
maintains a valid inventory. Solicits recommendations for purchases of
print materials and education software. Maintains active file of
potential purchases, and secures best prices for materials. Directs
budget allocations to reflect curriculum requirements. Reviews, selects
and acquires resources and technology to accommodate the learning styles
and multiple intelligences of students. Gives instruction in library
skills, information retrieval, on line communications, and the use of
multimedia materials to members of the school community. Provides both
study-related and recreational reading guidance to all patrons.
Publicizes information about the library media center with newsletters,
public relations announcements, and bibliographies of new materials,
displays and special collections. Provides orientations for new teachers
and students. Recruits, trains and supervises clerical help, student
assistants and volunteers. Promotes interlibrary cooperation with
district, public and academic libraries. Makes periodic reports as
required by state and local authorities. Determines learning outcomes,
including those in information literacy. Integrates information literacy
into all curriculum outcomes. Participates in committees and attends
departmental and faculty meetings. Continues to develop expertise by
participating in classes and workshops.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Experience working with adolescents. Ability to communicate ideas and
directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Effective, active listening skills. Ability to work effectively with
others. Organizational and problem solving skills.
QUALIFICATIONS: CT Certification Librarian, Grades 1-12 (048) or School
Library-Media Specialist (062). BS or MA in Library Media. Experience
working as a library media specialist at the middle school level.
Exceptional communication skills. Spanish speaking preferred. Experience
with Digital Literacy and teaching distance learning in a virtual
environment required.
Days: Monday – Friday
Salary: In accordance with the NFT contract
Apply at www.norwalkps.org. Click “Employment.” NORWALK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
