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Elementary Library Media Specialist - Danvers Public Schools (Danvers, MA)

Filed under GSLIS Jobs and Opportunities
Posted by GSLIS, May 17, 2008
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SUMMARY: To provide functional and inviting libraries that support school curriculum and recreational reading; to inform teachers, students, and parents of available library resources and learning tools; and to work with support staff to deliver library curriculum.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate the efforts of five elementary school libraries.
• Support school-based library aides in the application of skills necessary to maintain a library.
• Select and order materials appropriate to student and staff instructional needs.
• Implement and apply electronic systems for instruction, research and management.
• Circulate materials to students and teachers, and prepare and distribute lists for overdue, damaged and lost books, and maintain circulation records.
• Manage the evaluation, acquisition, and processing of books, materials and equipment for the library.
• Maintain materials by repairing damaged books, selecting books and periodicals for bindery, and discarding materials that are no longer useable.
• Conduct an annual inventory of books, materials, and equipment.
• Provide individual assistance in book selection as well as library enrichment.
• Teach library skills consistent with curriculum and assist with research on individual and group projects.
• Instruct staff and students on location and use of library materials and equipment.
• Support teachers in curriculum and lesson plan development, and keep them aware of available correlated library materials.
• Demonstrate professional responsibility by attending workshops, conferences, and in-service sessions, as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the District.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science, preferred; and three years teaching experience.
• Ability to operate computer software and hardware for retrieval and dissemination of information and management of library materials.
• Ability to operate automation and circulation systems.
• Certification as a Library Media Specialist.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Cover letter, resume, transcripts, licensure and 3 references by May 28, 2008

SEND TO:
Richard Warren, Director of Finance and Administration
Danvers Public Schools
64 Cabot Road
Danvers, MA 01923