What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Media Specialist - Probationary position at Fairport Central School District?
- Operates and supervises the library.
- Evaluates, selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to assist in the selection of books and other instructional materials; keeps students and teaching staff informed regarding new acquisitions for use in the media center.
- Serves as ready resource to students to provide research assistance.
- Maintains a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloguing all media center materials; assists students and teachers with the use of the system.
- Coordinates system of lending library material to students and teachers.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the media center.
- Participates in lessons with classroom teachers.
- Develops and arranges media center displays.
- Assists with the preparation and administration of the media center budget.
- Trains and supervises media center support employees.
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal.
- Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the agreement between the Fairport Educators Association and the Fairport Central School District.
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
- New York State Certification as a Library Media Specialist.
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Masters Degree preferred.
- Successful prior teaching experience preferred.
JobID: 2790
Position Type:
Secondary - Grades 6-12/Library Media Specialist
Secondary - Grades 6-12/Library Media Specialist
Date Posted:
3/3/2025
3/3/2025
Location:
Johanna Perrin Middle School
Johanna Perrin Middle School
Date Available:
09/01/2025
09/01/2025
Closing Date:
03/28/2028
03/28/2028
Library Media Specialist
NOTE: This is a Probationary Appointment
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Principal, to assist students and teaching staff with an enriching library/media center environment with a wide range of reading and other educational materials; maintains library collection at school site; develops appropriate programs for students utilizing library resources; and instructs students and others on the proper use of the library resources.
Essential Functions
NOTE: This is a Probationary Appointment
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Principal, to assist students and teaching staff with an enriching library/media center environment with a wide range of reading and other educational materials; maintains library collection at school site; develops appropriate programs for students utilizing library resources; and instructs students and others on the proper use of the library resources.
Essential Functions
Work Schedule
Certification
