Media Coordinator Lexington City Schools - 3.5 Lexington, NC Job Details Full-time 2 days ago Qualifications Team leadership Master's degree Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques)

Full Job Description Title:

Media Coordinator Reports to: Principal Term of Employment 10 months

Exempt or Non-Exempt:

Exempt Salary:

Based on State and Local Salary Schedules

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

To provide the leadership and instructional resources and services for implementation of a school library media program that serves as an integral part of a student- centered educational process

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Planning and Implementing for Teaching and Learning Assesses learning and information needs of students and staff Plans and works collaboratively with teachers to use appropriate resources that address curricular needs and learning goals Works with the principal and school leadership team to provide flexible access to the instructional services of the school library media coordinator Instructs students and staff in the effective use of the media center and its resources Incorporates information literacy into day-to-day instruction Advocates and promotes reading and life-long learning through motivational activities Collaborates with the Instructional Technology Facilitator to provide leadership in the school's use of instructional technology resources to enhance learning Follows a plan for personal professional development and actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally 2. Creates and maintains an environment conducive to learning Works with the principal and school leadership team to provide flexible access to school library media center resources to accommodate individuals and groups simultaneously Organizes school library media facilities and resources in a manner that supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the school and maximizes intellectual and physical access to resources Encourages the widest possible use of print and electronic resources and services within the school library media center, throughout the school, and through remote Works cooperatively with other libraries and agencies to share resources that enhance teaching and learning Adheres to and communicates copyright as well as other laws and guidelines pertaining to the distribution and ethical use of all resources Advocates the principles of intellectual freedom 3. Planning and Implementing for Program Administration Works with school staff to design and implement short- and long-range plans that ensure balance among all aspects of the school library media coordinator's role and responsibilities Develops and implements an ongoing collection development and evaluation planning process, in collaboration with the Media and Technology Advisory Committee, that focuses on a variety of formats and resources to meet diverse learning needs Evaluates and selects resources that build a collection addressing curricular needs and learning goals in collaboration with teachers, technology staff, and students Maintains a collection addressing curricular needs and learning goals Evaluates the school library media program on a continual basis according to accepted standards of quality Plays a leading role in the school's budgetary process to ensure funding for the school library media program to support school-wide goals Leads, in partnership with the Instructional Technology Facilitator, the Media and Technology Advisory Committee in effective decision making to promote the media and technology program Interacts effectively with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community to promote and expand the school library media program Prepares and submits accurate reports as required Adheres to established laws, policies, rules, and regulations Carries out non-instructional duties as assigned and/or as need is perceived

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs other related work as required

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Approved program requirements that must be met to qualify for K-12 School Library Media Coordinator certification are at the master's degree level. Coordinates and directs the activities of school library media support personnel including library media assistants, technical assistants, student assistants, and/or volunteers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Must be able to perform sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Some positions assigned to this class may require light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. updated September 2026