Librarian/Media Specialist, High School

Primary Purpose:
Supervise and manage the school library/media center. Provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems. Serve as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to ensure that library/media center is involved in instructional programs of the school. 
 
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university
Valid Texas librarian or learning resources specialist certificate or endorsement
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of library science, including the Texas School Library Program Standards
Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
Ability to work well and in a positive manner with staff, students, and public
Ability to use computer software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
 
Experience:
Prior experience in library/media center in public school setting, preferred
 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Provide group instruction and individual guidance to students to help them locate resources and use research techniques.
2. Consult teachers on appropriate use of materials and help them schedule materials for classroom instruction.
3. Serve as information resource for users of library/media center materials and provide staff development opportunities for teachers and others on the availability and use of campus and district learning resources.
4. Effectively plan school library program to meet identified needs.
5. Assist in preparation of bibliographies and curriculum guides.
6. Manage acquisitions, processing, organizing, distribution, maintenance, and inventory of resources.
7. Coordinate development and maintenance of community resource file.
8. Maintain schedules for instructional television programs and encourage use of video programs for educational purposes.
9. Create a library/media center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interests of students.
10. Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
11. Carry out discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations.
12. Interact with students to promote positive attitudes toward school library.
13. Compile, budget and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
14. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
15. Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the library/media services area.
16. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the library/media center program and make changes based on the findings.
17. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
18. Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
19. Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
20. Provide leadership to all district libraries.
21. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. 

 
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise Instructional Partners, student aides, and volunteers.

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 208 E. Brier St. Burnet, TX 78611; 512-756-2124.