What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Media Specialist position at Waukegan Community Unit District 60?
- Create a school “learning commons” by developing and administering an integrated school library media program.
- Instruct students and staff in effective use of the media center, information and technology literacy skills, and use of equipment.
- Evaluate, select and procure print and digital resources and related equipment.
- Develop policies and procedures to ensure efficient operation, services, and facility use for a 21st century school library media program.
- Implement a results-oriented information and technology literacy skills curriculum integrated with subject area curriculum through partnerships with teachers.
- Provide leadership and guidance for effectively integrating technologies with instruction to create 21st century instructional strategies.
- Develop knowledge of curriculum in all subject areas.
- Instruct teachers, administrators, and other staff in the use of new information technologies. Recommend and procure resources for staff for use in meeting their instructional objectives.
- Serves on committees involved with designing learning activities for students and/or curricular revision.
- Maintains an attractive and inviting physical environment which allows for enriched learning experiences and intellectual growth.
- Provides access to materials and information for both students and staff by adhering to established policies, laws, (including copyright laws), principles of intellectual freedom, and ethical behavior.
- Selects and provides resources and technologies needed to integrate and produce authentic learning experiences.
- Promotes the library media programs services, and its materials by maintaining a positive relationship with students, staff, and the community.
- Prepares and oversees a library media program budget which reflects the needs of the entire school community.
- Selects, trains, and supervises clerical support, student assistants, and adult volunteers to perform duties efficiently.
- Maintains and enhances professional knowledge in trends and technology in information science by participating in various professional organizations and activities which relate to the library media programs and technology.
- Valid Illinois Teaching Certificate;
- Meets current Library Information Specialist certification standards as endorsed by the Illinois State Board of Education.
JobID: 5847
Position Type:
Teaching - High School
Teaching - High School
Date Posted:
4/15/2025
4/15/2025
Location:
WHS - Brookside Campus
WHS - Brookside Campus
Closing Date:
05/20/2025
05/20/2025
Who We Are:
Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 14,000 students in preschool through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. The District has one early learning center, 15 elementary schools, five middle schools and a high school program divided between two 9 – 12th grade campuses. The District encompasses portions of Waukegan, Beach Park and Park City.
Why We Do This Work:
The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant, and academically rigorous instruction that excites students and instills a love of learning in them.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Library Media Specialist will be directly responsible to the building Principal. He or she will provide the leadership and expertise required to ensure that the Waukegan High School library media program is aligned with the mission, goals, and objectives of the school and is an integral component of the school’s instructional program.
Responsibilities:
Salary: Per Teacher Contract
Additional Information: None
Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application by the closing date.
Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application by the closing date.
Only online applications will be considered.
Apply: www.wps60.org
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without regard to age, gender,
race, color, gender identity, national origin,religion, marital or military/veteran status, sexual orientation
, pregnancy, parental status, genetics or disability or other protected category.
Apply: www.wps60.org
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without regard to age, gender,
race, color, gender identity, national origin,religion, marital or military/veteran status, sexual orientation
, pregnancy, parental status, genetics or disability or other protected category.
