Library Media Specialist at Prattville Intermediate 2025-2026

POSITION TITLE: LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST

RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Certified by the State of Alabama in the appropriate area.
• Must meet the No Child Left Behind Act regulations/requirements.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups, for the purpose of maximizing student achievement.
• Ability to develop and implement curriculum and programming specific to the needs of the students at the designated grade level(s) and in the designated content area(s)/subject(s).
• Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.
• Such alternative qualifications to those listed as the Board may require.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Identify, select, or develop short- and long-range goals and objectives for the media program based on student, faculty, and curriculum needs.
2. Plan with teachers and instructional leaders for the integration of media/information skills into the school program.
3. Develop schedules and organize resources to allow easy access to information and services.
4. Review the school improvement plan and plan for the acquisition of materials to enhance learning consistent with the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
5. Develop and implement policies and procedures necessary for the efficient and effective operation of the media center.
6. Administer the media center budget based on program goals and objectives.
7. Maintain complete and accurate records as required by law, system policy, and administrative regulations.
8. Assign, instruct, and supervise support staff and volunteers.
9. Coordinate the selection and acquisition process for media resources and equipment.
10. Provide for use of current technologies.
11. Facilitate the use, maintenance, repair, and inventory of all media center materials and equipment.
12. Solicit ongoing feedback from members of the school staff regarding the availability, use and impact of media materials.
13. Establish a system of records that will provide an appropriate database for evaluating the use and distribution of the media collection and supporting materials and equipment.
14. Assist with responsibilities for the school testing program.
15. Teach library media skills in collaboration with teachers to support classroom instruction.
16. Instruct staff and students in the use of resources, services, and equipment.
17. Provide reference assistance.
18. Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities.
19. Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet the learning needs of all students.
20. Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.
21. Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions.
22. Collaborate with teachers to support instructional goals and objectives.
23. Participate in overall school curriculum planning and development.
24. Implement an effective public relations program to promote media resources and programs.
25. Maintain contact with other library, education, and information agencies.
26. Establish, maintain, and promote a collection of current professional resources for administrators and teachers.
27. Train faculty in the use of media resources, equipment, and technology.
28. Update professional skills and knowledge and keep abreast of recent developments in education, technology and media.
29. Conduct a staff assessment periodically to determine professional growth needs.
30. Model and maintain high standards of professional conduct.
31. Complete all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
32. Set high standards and expectations for self, others, and school.
33. Support and participate in school improvement initiatives, services, and programs.
34. Contribute to the overall mission of the school by supporting school committees, programs, and services.
35. Conduct a media services program in a manner that ensures student growth and achievement are continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or student program classification.
36. Provide appropriate educational opportunities for students to meet their unique needs, talents, interests, and abilities.
37. Maintain and update the Library Policy Handbook designed for each school site.
38. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

JOB GOAL:

• To ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information.
• To empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of information and technology.
• To instill a love of learning in all students and ensure equitable access to information.
• To collaborate with classroom teachers and specialists to design and implement lessons and units of instruction, and assess student learning and instructional effectiveness.
• To provide the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school library program is aligned with the mission, goals, and objectives of the school and the school