What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDIA SPECIALIST – 1.0 FTE position at Davenport Community Schools?
- Establish and maintain high standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a structured, positive learning environment in the classroom and building, implementing Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports and CHAMPS strategies for all students.
- Provides an environment that supports student achievement.
- Develop current collection of books, periodicals, visual, auditory, computerized, and professional resources.
- Work collaboratively with staff to support them in the planning and usage of Media to enhance classroom instruction.
- Provide applicable instruction to students that support District Curriculum and Best Practice using the 21st Century Skills.
- Maintains and inventories technology throughout the building (ex. computers, overheads, bulbs, printer cartridges, headphones, etc.)
- Implements duties as established in the District Media Specialist (Teacher Librarian) job description as appropriate with school vision.
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point)
- Ability to learn and work with Destiny software.
- Ability to troubleshoot computer technical issues in accordance with LIS policy.
- Ability to work with and teach a diverse student population.
- Willingness to participate in Collaborative Teacher Team process.
- Willingness to make accommodations and differentiate instruction for students in the classroom and in the library.
- Willingness to communicate with parents on a regular basis.
- Participation in the curriculum development process at both the building and district level to ensure that the curricula include the full range of Literacy skills including technology integration and applicable skills to the 21st Century.
- Responsible for purchasing materials that support all grade level curriculums.
- Other duties as assigned by Administration.
- Successful candidate must possess strong inter-personal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.
- Good attendance and punctuality are a must to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully.
- Must be willing to support and implement Davenport’s multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for both behavior and academics.
- Be an active participant in building level professional development focused on MTSS, Character Strong, CHAMPS, PBIS, Collaborative Teacher Teams, effective interventions, and incorporate strategies in the classroom.
- Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
- Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
- Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
- Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
- Must be able to implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.
- Noise level is quiet to loud.
- Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
- Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
- Substance-free environment.
- Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
- Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.
- Must be flexible - willing to accept and implement change.
- Be willing to work as part of a team.
- Possess excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Be willing to be an "active" participant in Data Team and RTI staff development, collaboration, and implementation of strategies when appropriate.
JobID: 11658
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Media Specialist
High School Teaching/Media Specialist
Date Posted:
3/14/2025
3/14/2025
Location:
North High School
The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.North High School
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