RMS Library Media Specialist

RMS Library Media Specialist McCracken Reidland Middle School - Paducah, Kentucky This job is also posted in McCracken County Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5708569

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Must have Library Media Specialist Certificate to be considered for this position.

CLASS TITLE

LIBRARY

MEDIA SPECIALIST

PRIMARY

FUNCTION

To provide all students with an enriched library environment containing a wide variety of materials that will invite intellectual growth, and to aid all students in acquiring the skills needed to take full advantage of Library Media Center (LMC) resources by: Demonstrating Professional Leadership Assessing and Communicating Learning Results Demonstrating Knowledge of Content Reflecting/Evaluating Teaching/Learning Designing and Planning Instruction Collaborating with Colleagues/Parents/Others Creating and Maintaining Learning Climate Engaging in Professional Development Implementing and Managing Instruction Demonstrating Implementation of Technology

BASIC REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Implements all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education and the School SBDM Council. Develops short and long-range goals that guide the development of the LMC. Develops and implements policies and procedures for the operation of the LMC. Aligns the LMC goals to those of the school. Prepares and administers budgets according to needs of the LMC. Coordinates the school's implementation of KETS (if assigned). Helps students to develop habits of independent reference work and to develop skill in the use of reference materials in relation to planned assignments. Counsels with and gives reading guidance to students. Establishes methods for flexible scheduling of classes and students to promote use by individuals, small groups, and whole class. Collaborates with teachers in planning assignments leading to extended use of LMC resources. Evaluates, selects, and requisitions new LMC materials in alignment with the curriculum. Classifies, catalogs, processes, and organizes for circulation of educational media technology. Promotes appropriate conduct of students using LMC resources. Trains and supervises clerks/assistants, student assistants, and adult volunteers (if assigned) to perform duties efficiently. Maintains a current inventory of holdings and withdraws obsolete material. Participates in school committee structure. Provides access to professional materials and information. Participates in various professional organizations that relate to library media and technology. Maintains the LMC to be a functional, attractive, and orderly environment that encourages maximum use. Plans and/or participates in special projects or proposals. Performs other duties as assigned by Principal. Adheres to the professional code of ethics. Maintains regular and predictable attendance. Maintains a professional and appropriate appearance. Is familiar with and incorporates the use of technology in daily tasks.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

-Valid State Teaching Certificate -School Media Librarian Certificate

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Certified Personnel.

Position Type:

Full-Time