Library Media Specialist (Grades K-5) -NEW & ANTICIPATED

  • Library: MSAD 75 Elementary Libraries
  • Town: Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, Topsham
  • Library Type: School
  • Position Type: MLS
  • Deadline: July 31, 2024

Description, How to Apply, and Contact:

Apply at: https://link75.schoolspring.com/

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Oversee all operations of the Elementary Learning Commons program and the Learning Commons staff.
  • Implement a library media program that is congruent with the AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner; the National Educational Technology Standards, and the Maine system of Learning Results, including the Common Core State Standards.
  • Manage Destiny Software for five elementary schools.
  • Build and maintain a current, balanced collection of print and electronic resources that supports the needs and interests of all students.
  • Create age-appropriate library lessons that focus on literacy and information-seeking skills and digital citizenship.
  • Stay current with new technology to be able to introduce tools and applications to teachers and students.
  • Provide related professional development and support.
  • Communicate effectively to the school community and make connections with parents to support literacy and digital citizenship at home.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers on literacy, research units, and technology integration.
  • Collaborate with other district staff to identify and address system-wide priorities pertaining to the technology and learning commons programs, as well as district technology infrastructure that impacts learning.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Knowledgeable and experienced in connecting information and resources to support high-performance learning environments.
  • Hold or be eligible for the Library Media Specialist Certification from the Maine Department of Education (Certificate 071).
  • Master of Science in Education in Library Media & Information Technology, or similar graduate degree.
  • Working in a technology-rich library-media learning environment preferred.
  • Implementing library, media, and integrated technology services in accordance with AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner.
  • Providing professional development to other educators in library, media, and integrated technology learning.

Salary:

Website: https://link75.schoolspring.com/

Source: 2024-04-10,online form