Granville High School is looking for a highly energetic person to serve GHS students and staff in the following capacities:

• Research Curator – Support students and staff through strategic management and development of research space and resources.
• Work Based Learning Coordinator – Coordinate Work Based Learning Opportunities for 11th and 12th grade students with administration and counselors.
• Student Workspace Cultivator – Establish a process for students and staff to best utilize the flexible space for large and small group sessions. In addition, contribute to existing GHS student mentorship program by providing space/monitoring peer mentoring opportunities.

Come be a part of a visionary approach to a key space for human development.

GRANVILLE EXEMPTED VILLAGE SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: LIBRARY/MEDIA SPECIALIST

Reports to: Principal

Job Objective:

Teaches and promotes the effective use of library/media resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the
• Meets all mandated health
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job
• Ability to interpret, apply, and communicate technical
• Ability and commitment to keep current with innovations in the library/media

Essential Functions:

The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Facilitates the effective planning, delivery, and ongoing improvement of library/media
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Promotes effective communications and Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Refers policy interpretation inquiries to administrative staff.
• Administers the board-approved program Complies with district procedures to account for the collection of authorized student fees and fines.
• Keeps current with library/media resources available in the
• Encourages program Pursues funding opportunities. Helps prepare grant/foundation applications. Implements funded proposals and complies with reporting requirements.
• Develops short/long-range program plans to update the library/media
• Maintains an orderly and functional circulation Catalogs materials. Keeps books, periodicals, etc., properly shelved.
• Mends Makes minor equipment repairs. Follows board-adopted procedures to discard outdated, nonfunctional, or damaged equipment and materials.
• Provides patron orientation Facilitates staff and student use of library/media resources.
• Helps patrons understand and comply with copyright and intellectual property
• Keeps current with K-12 courses of study, the district’s scope and sequence framework, and state standards/guidelines. Supports grade-level curriculum implementation activities.
• Uses effective communication strategies to introduce new library/media resources to patrons (e.g., E-mail, websites, displays, etc.) and stimulate interest in life-long learning.
• Provides programs that enhance student reading and research Collects and reserves material for classroom assignments when requested.
• Prepares and presents special topics to classes when
• Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., computers, peripherals, CD- ROMs, audio tapes, access/proximity to activities, etc.).

• Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student
• Facilitates self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, creativity, and performance
• Plans collaborative learning activities that encourage and support positive peer
• Collaborates with other Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.
• Upholds the student conduct Implements effective pupil management procedures. Maintains a positive learning environment.
• Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
• Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when
• Supports an inclusive educational Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on
• Respects personal Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school
• Takes precautions to ensure Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by
• Supervises non-classroom activities when
• Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school
• Encourages parent organizations and supports school-sponsored
• Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for
• Provides prompt notification of
• Maintains a professional Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as

Abilities Required:

The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work
• Acknowledges personal responsibility for decisions and
• Organizes tasks and manages time Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve
• Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and
• Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is

Working Conditions:

To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with safety regulations and district policies/procedures when involved in the following situations/conditions.

• Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors.

• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable
• Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly
• Operating and/or riding in a
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Traveling to meetings and work
• Using a computer keyboard and monitor for prolonged
• Working in proximity to moving mechanical

Performance Evaluation:

Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Granville Exempted Village School District Board of Education.

The Granville Exempted Village School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.