Elementary Learning Resource Specialist-Librarian

Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Supervise and manage the school library media center. Provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing and using information to solve problems. Serve as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum advisor to involve the library media center in the instructional programs of the school.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 

Effectively plan the school library program to meet identified needs.
Provide group instruction and individual user guidance for students in location of resources and use of research techniques.
Consult and plan with teachers on the appropriate use and convenient scheduling of materials for classroom instruction.
Inform users of library media center materials and provide staff development opportunities for teachers in the availability and utilization of local and district learning resources.
Assist in the preparation of bibliographies and curriculum guides.
Manage the acquisition, processing, organization, distribution, maintenance, and inventory of resources.
Maintain schedules for instructional television programs and encourage the use of video programs for education all purposes.
Compile budget and cost estimates based upon documented program needs.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board in the area of library media services.

JOB TITLE: Library Resource Specialist

 DUTY DAYS: 192

 PAY GRADE: T08

 SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule - view district website

Requirements

Education/Certification: 

 Master's degree from accredited college or university
Valid Texas Librarian or Learning Resources Specialist Certificate or Endorsement 
 Special Knowledge/ Skills: 

 Knowledge of library science
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills