ELEM LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST

ELEM LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST

Ector County Independent School District

DISTRICT-WIDE

- Odessa, Texas Job Details

Job ID:

5649487

Application Deadline:

Mar 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Apr 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Job Title:

Library Media Specialist in a Certified Classroom Teaching Position

Wage/Hour Status:

Exempt Reports to:

Campus Principal/Technology Division Pay Grade:

Teacher Pay Scale Dept./

School:

Assigned Campus Days:

187

Supervises:

Supervise clerical aide(s), student aides and volunteers as applicable

Primary Purpose:

To ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information by providing: Intellectual and physical access to information Learning experiences that encourage users to become discriminating consumers and skilled creators of information Leadership, instruction, and consulting assistance in the use of instructional and information technology Resources and activities that contribute to lifelong learning Provide technology training and support for teachers and campus professionals in areas of, but not limited to, online materials and resources, interactive classroom components, 21st Century technology tools, and other training and support as deemed necessary by campus and district administrators

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university Valid Texas teaching certificate Valid Texas librarian or learning resources specialist certification or endorsement (preferred) Master's degree (preferred)

Experience:

Minimum three years teaching experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Plan long-range goals of the media center program with faculty, administration and students Plan the budget with the administration, and/or campus committees, based on the needs and objectives of the media center program Administer the budget according to the goals and objectives of the media center program Meet periodically with the principal to evaluate and discuss goals and accomplishments for improving the media center program Develop and/or implement media center policies Serve as teacher, materials expert/administrator, and curriculum advisor to ensure that the media center program is involved in instructional programs of the school; work collaboratively with teachers toward common instructional goals Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the media center program and make changes based on the findings Organize and maintain the media center as a functional, attractive, safe and orderly environments for optimal use by students and faculty Promote the media center programs, services, and materials Maintain accurate and up-to-date automated library circulation system Train and supervise media center clerical staff, volunteers, and/or student helpers as applicable Follow the district approved selection policy Possess broad knowledge of the school curriculum and plan with teachers and administration for development of collection of materials to support the curriculum Provide instruction and training to students, teachers, and other campus professionals in the appropriate use of educational resources in a variety of formats to reinforce and extend the district curriculum, to meet individual student needs, and to support all district technology initiatives Develop a balanced collection of print, multimedia, and electronic resources, in accordance with the school board approved selection policy that is based on curriculum and user need and reflects a diverse community; ensure that all materials and facilities are appropriately organized, scheduled and easily accessible Demonstrate professional responsibility by attending workshops, conferences and in-service sessions as appropriate Encourage and promote parental, student and community involvement in the media center program Comply with federal and state laws, approved ECISD Board policies and campus policies, rules and regulations Provide on-going staff development opportunities support for teachers on the availability and use of campus and district technology resources, including, but not limited to, online programs and tools, 21st Century technology initiatives, and interactive classroom components

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Ability to handle multiple tasks effectively; standing and walking for long periods, climbing, stretching and lifting books, moving computers etc. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I have read, understand and attest to the above description and funding relating to my daily activities.

Signature Date Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$61,000 to $76,850 Per Year Job Requirements Contact Information Sandra Banda , HR Director

HUMAN RESOURCES

Phone:

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