Media Coordinator

Job Details

Position Type:
Student Support/Instructional Specialists/Media Coordinator

Date Posted:
10/10/2023

Location:
Spring Creek Elementary
Media Coordinator
Wayne County Public Schools
Job Description

TITLE: Media Coordinator
QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Library Science or the equivalent for licensure as a school library media coordinator by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
REPORTS TO: Principal
JOB GOAL: To provide the leadership and instructional resources and services for implementation of a school library media program that serves as an integral part of a student centered educational process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Follow all rules, policies and procedures of Wayne County Public Schools, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to school/media issues.
2. Organize school library media facilities and resources in a manner that supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the school and maximizes intellectual and physical access to resources.
3. Work with school staff to design and implement short and long range plans to ensure balance among teaching, instructional technology, collaboration, collection development, and program management.
4. Assess learning and informational needs of students and staff; plan and work collaboratively with teachers.
5. Instruct students and staff in the effective use of ideas and information; advocate and promote reading and lifelong learning.
6. Lead teachers, technology staff, and students in a collaborative process to select and evaluate resources that address curricular needs and learning goals of students and teachers in the information age.
7. Keep accurate inventories of print, nonprint and technology materials and equipment; evaluates the school library media program on a continual basis.
8. Work cooperatively with other libraries and agencies to share resources that enhance teaching and learning. Interact effectively with students, staff, administration, and the general public to promote the school media program.
9. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required by the Principal.

Terms of Employment: Ten-month employment/FLSA Exempt
Starting Salary and/or Grade: Salary based on state salary scale
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board, local and state policy on evaluation of Media Coordinators.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to communicate well with school personnel, students, and parents.
• Demonstrate considerable knowledge of computers and all aspects of the Microsoft Office Professional software programs.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of library media terminology and appropriate uses of media and technology to enhance instruction and achievement.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignment.
• Comply with confidentiality requirements in local, state and federal policies and statutes.
• Physical ability (able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally) and dexterity to perform the duties and responsibilities

 Wayne County Public Schools

 07/01/2024

 Goldsboro,NC