What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Specialist (Anticipated Vacancy 2025-2026) position at Paulding County Schools?
Thank you for your interest in our Media Specialist position
Job Summary:
The Media Specialist is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the school principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.
All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Media Specialist
Salary Schedule: State Based Plus Local Supplement
Department: School
Job Code: 144000
Reports To: Principal
Work Schedule: 190 days/8 hr.
Grade/Level: N/A
FLSA: Exempt
Primary Function: Plan, develop, coordinate, and align the instructional programs of the school media center with the school curriculum. Enhance the educational process by providing a wide variety and selection of library material and equipment that would meet the diverse learning needs of the students. Demonstrated knowledge of school curriculum and teaching strategies. Knowledge of media related computer hardware and software. Plan, use and facilitate student use of computer and audiovisual hardware and software in the media center.
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands:
Classroom Environment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
Hearing and speaking to exchange information
Seeing to read a variety of materials
Sitting for extended periods of time
Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials
Qualifications:
A Georgia Teaching Certificate in assigned teaching field as required by the Professional Standards Commission or bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university and completion of a library media teacher services program or a bachelor’s degree in Media Specialist
Three (3) years of successful teaching experience
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Functions:
Align the library media program, collection and services with the school curriculum and the learning and teaching needs for students and staff
Plan and implement a program of instruction in the use of the media center so students can conduct independent study, research, and on-line resources
Provide students and staff with a variety of services and materials designated to support and to enrich the instructional program
Coordinate the evaluation, selection and circulation of reading material, audiovisual material, and electronic media equipment in accordance with district/school selection policies
Periodically review and update media center materials, discard unsuitable or outdated materials, build up deficient areas, and replace worn or lost material
Initiate and coordinate the preparation and production of media center materials and provide guidance for student and/or faculty projects
Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan, develop, and implement units of study which promote literacy and integrate information skills into the curriculum to meet district standards
Provide leadership to plan, organize, manage, and promote the media center program and its resources, equipment, and facilities
Provide training, instruction, and direction to classified staff, student workers and volunteers
Effectively manage textbook and media center budgets
Participate in site curriculum development committees and district evaluation programs for textbooks, audiovisual material, or electronic resources
Attend professional meetings and conferences to develop and enhance competencies
Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee
Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.
- It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
- Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
- The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.
