MEDIA COORDINATOR

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LEWISVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools

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6 Winston-Salem, NC Job Details 2 hours ago Qualifications Statistics Record keeping Program management Faculty collaboration Professional ethics Writing skills Student performance data analysis Employee relationship building Educational program budgeting Personalized learning implementation Cloud-based systems Master's degree in library science Instructional adaptability Curriculum standards alignment Computer skills Master of Library & Information Science Full Job Description

FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to provide leadership and resources for implementation of a school library/media program that services as an integral part of the instruction process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Models, coaches, and collaborates with teachers on inquiry and problem-based learning, digital citizenship, literacy, evaluation of resources and research process. Empowers students as reader/writers, creators, and innovators in a welcoming, collaborative, and personalized learning environment. Instructs students and faculty in using digital and print resources to integrate into the curriculum and facilitate the teaching/learning process. Initiates interaction with students, staff, and administration, for purposes of integrating, promoting, and expanding the library/media program. Designs and implements short

• and long-range plans which allow a balance among integrated skills instruction, literature appreciation, collaboration with teachers and collection management and development.

Works with school leadership to develop a vision for implementation of the Digital Learning Plan and the NC Digital Learning competencies for the school. Advocates the principles of intellectual freedom, copyright, and digital citizenship. Establishes and carries out procedures for effective and efficient selection, acquisition, cataloging, processing, accessing, and maintaining materials and equipment. Organizes the facility and resources in such a way that they reflect the philosophy and goals of the school and its library/media program. Provides opportunities for professional development for the school's staff and students. Pursues opportunities for personal and professional growth for self in the field of school librarianship. Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of curriculum development, management, technology integration and leadership. Knowledge of K-12 curriculum including North Carolina Essential Standards, and the American Association of School Librarians Standards for the 21st Century Learner. Knowledge of current trends, methods, and developments in the school library/media and instructional technology profession as well as online and blended learning as related to teaching and learning pedagogy and strategies. Knowledge of library/media terminology and appropriate uses of digital and print resources and technology to enhance instruction and achievement. Knowledge of policies, procedures, and standards regarding education. Ability to custom-design instruction based upon student achievement data. Ability to identify and evaluate new and emerging technologies. Ability to maintain complete and accurate records and statistics to develop meaningful reports from that information. Ability to develop budgets for program implementation. Ability to effectively communicate and express ideas orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments. Ability to effectively collaborate with teachers and administration to implement library/media programming that positively impacts student learning. Demonstrate considerable knowledge of technology tools and software programs including cloud-based solutions. Comply with confidentiality requirements in local, state, and federal policies and statutes. Demonstrates professional integrity through ethical behavior.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum:

Master's Degree in

Library Science Desirable:

Master's Degree in Library Science and three-years' work experience as Media Coordinator or Librarian.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

Licensed by NCDPI as a

School Library Media Coordinator Pay Grade:

Certified Teacher Schedule

PHYSICAL WORK DEMANDS

PHYSICAL

ACTIVITY FREQUENCY C

• Constant F
• Frequent O
• Occasional I
• Infrequent NR
• Not Required

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY FREQUENCY C

• Constant F
• Frequent O
• Occasional I
• Infrequent NR
• Not Required Climbing/Balancing I Lifting/Carrying O up to 30 lbs.

Crawling/Kneeling I Grasping/Twisting O Walking F Reaching F Running I Pushing/Pulling O Standing F Fingering/Typing F Sitting F Driving F requires driving car between sites

Bending/Stooping O Others:

In compliance with Federal Law, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability. When applying, please make sure to include all prior experience in your application. Please provide at least two references. One must be the current or most recent supervisor and the other a previous supervisor.