Job Overview:
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Elementary Media Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about media and have a strong background in education or literacy services.
Responsibilities:
1. Coordinates planning, procedures, implementation and maintenance of the District automated library media management system and online catalog.
2. Provides assistance, manual instruction and in-service training for school media personnel for the library media management system.
3. Coordinates selection of online services and provides in-service training for school media personnel in electronic database searching.
4. Coordinates enhancements to the automated media management system with District Information Technology Services and outside vendors and/or consultants. Constructs and maintains an Internet web site.
5. Assists in planning and implementing media centers at new school sites.
6. Responds to requests for information from both in-system and out-of-system personnel.
7. Assists in the supervision of library media acquisition and processing personnel, as assigned.
Additional Job Functions:
1. Follows adopted policies and procedures in accordance with School Board priorities.
2. Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest traditions of public education and in support of the District’s Mission Statement.
3. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
1. Master’s degree with certification in Educational Media, Library or Information Science, or related area.
2. Three (3) or more years of successful experience in education.
3. Successful experience with library media applications, web design, file servers and online reference services.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of computer technology for library media applications, such as the transfer of electronic records.
5. Successful experience planning and implementing workshops and in-service programs for teachers and paraprofessional staff.
6. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups, and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
If you are a creative individual with a passion for education and literacy, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as an Elementary Media Specialist.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $51,500.00 - $104,576.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Lake Worth, FL 33463: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person