Title: Library Media Specialist (.5 Position)
Pay scale: Based on NBTA Contract
Start Date: August 27, 2025
Description: A fundamental responsibility of the Library Media Specialist is to provide the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the library media program is an integral part of the instructional program and support the goals and educational philosophy of the school. To carry out the mission of the program, the library media specialist performs the following separate but overlapping roles to link the information resources and services of the library media program to the information needs and interests of the schools' students and staff, information specialist, teacher, and instructional consultant. Library Media Specialists report directly to the building principal(s), Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, Executive Director of Technology, Data and Information Services, and Director of Personnel.
Expectations:
- Provides instruction and book exchange, which is an integral part of the content and objectives of the school's curriculum
- Uses a variety of instructional methods with different user groups to demonstrate the effective use of newer media and technologies
- Use reputable tools to identify and select appropriate resources (i.e., technology, professional journals, etc.)
- Organizes library resources for easy access
- Responsible for inventory as it adheres to the NB School Board policies
- Makes resources available to students and teachers through a systematically developed collection within the school and through access to resources outside the school
- Promotes literary appreciation with individuals or groups and encourage reading for knowledge and pleasure.
- Effectively manages cataloguing procedures (i.e., classification, accession, recording, filing, etc.)
- Establishes and maintain effective circulation procedures
- Participates in building, district, department, and grade-level curriculum development, professional development, district-wide committees, and projects on a regular basis
- Promotes positive public relations related to the library media center that lead to understanding and support of the program
- Communicates effectively with students, staff, parents, and community, while projecting a positive image that enhances the Library Media Center and the North Bellmore Mission Statement
- Keeps building administrators informed concerning the operation and needs of the Library Media Center
- Demonstrates ability to work with others in a positive and productive way
- Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or his/her designee
Requirements:
- NYS Certification — Library Media Specialist
- Available to work Monday-Friday 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, community members, and staff members
Employment Term: This is a yearly appointment based on performance.
EOE Employer: The North Bellmore School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions and practices on the basis of legally protected classes in accordance with Federal and State law.