What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Media Specialist: 2025-2026 position at Hearn Elementary?
652 Chamberlin Avenue Frankfort, KY 40601 (502) 695-6700 |
JOB TITLE |
Librarian / Media Center Specialist |
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REPORTS TO |
Principal |
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SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE |
Certified Salary Schedule Increment/Extended Days |
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CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS |
207 |
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EXEMPT STATUS |
Exempt |
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JOB CLASS CODE |
1060 |
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POSITION CLASSIFICATION |
Certified |
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DATE APPROVED |
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BASIC FUNCTION |
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To manage the operation of the Library/Media Center in a manner which assures that it complements the instructional program of the school and each faculty member. |
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PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES |
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Searches for, evaluates, selects, and requisitions library/media center materials. |
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Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials. |
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Informs teachers and other staff members concerning new books/materials the library/media center acquires. |
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Maintains a comprehensive system for cataloging all media. |
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Instructs segments in media skills. Note: Where instruction is given to students, the Librarian/Media Center Coordinator will be evaluated in his/her use of the Teaching/Learning Process. The indicators for the classroom teacher will apply to instructional performance. |
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Works with teachers in planning assignments leading to extended use of library/media resources. |
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Helps students to develop independent reference skills, including use of reference materials, in relation to planned assignments. Note: The note following item “5” applies if instruction is given. |
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Participates with the faculty in curriculum planning. |
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Prepares and administers the Library/Media Center. |
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Supervises aides in the performance of their duties. |
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Prepares all required written reports and records related to the Library/Media Center. |
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Is responsible for annual inventory of the Library/Media Center. |
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS |
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Master’s Degree and Kentucky certification for Library Media Specialist, and such alternatives to the above as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable. |
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TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT |
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Salary to be established by the Board. |
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EVALUATION |
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Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. |
