Title: Library Media Specialist 

Pay scale: Based on NBTA Contract  

Start Date: August 25, 2026

 

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, and Executive Director of Technology, Data and Information Services.  

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 encourages reading for knowledge and pleasure.  

• Effectively manages cataloging procedures (i.e., classification, accession, recording, filing, etc.)  

• Establishes and maintains 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 leads to understanding and support of the program  

• Communicates effectively with students, staff, parents, and the 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 
• 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 probationary appointment

 

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. 

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs one or more of a wide variety of maintenance tasks in the upkeep of buildings, machinery, furniture, metal work, and electrical, plumbing, steam, and automotive equipment; performs related duties as required.

COMPLEXITY OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, employees in this class perform miscellaneous maintenance tasks requiring knowledge of one or more trades. General instructions are received regarding what tasks to perform, and considerable leeway is permitted for planning technical details of each assignment.

TYPICAL DUTIES

1. Prepares and paints or varnishes interior or exterior building surfaces and allied equipment; mixes colors, as required; assists in hanging wallpaper.

2. Repairs, cleans, and assists in the installation of plumbing, heating, refrigeration, laundry, or sewer equipment and machinery; cuts and threads pipes, resets sanitary fixtures, and makes minor repairs to pipe lines, as required.

3. Uses a variety of hand and power tools in construction, remodeling, or repairing doors, window frames, floors, cabinets, furniture, moldings, scaffolds, and steps; installs locks, glass, and refinishes furniture or makes concrete forms, as required.

4. Inspects, repairs, and installs a wide variety of electrical equipment, fixtures, and wiring.

5. Mixes and applies cement or plaster to floors, walls, ceilings; lays bricks and tiles and finishes tile flooring; makes repairs to tile roofs, as required.

6. Supervises unskilled or semi-skilled personnel assigned to assist in performing one or more of the maintenance duties illustrated above, as required.

7. Keeps working tools, equipment, and work area clean and in good condition.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of construction and maintenance materials and methods.

2. Ability to use tools effectively.

3. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

4. Ability to direct and supervise personnel assigned to assist in performing maintenance tasks.

5. Physical strength and agility.

JOB GOAL: Perform routine cleaning duties, perform unskilled maintenance tasks and other related duties as required. 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:  Under direct supervision, the duties require the use of limited judgment in performing unskilled work cleaning and caring for public buildings; employees in this class are responsible for the cleanliness of a section of a school building assigned to them, performing unskilled maintenance duties, and other laboring tasks. 

TYPICAL DUTIES: 

Sweeps, mops, washes walls, dusts, empties waste baskets and disposes of rubbish, handles towels and other cleaning supplies, waxes floors, washes windows and blackboard, and assists in cartage of supplies and equipment.

Sets up and removes furniture for special affairs. Secures windows and doors after cleaning assigned areas. 

Removes snow or rakes leaves in immediate vicinity of buildings.

Paints areas not requiring specific painting skills and/or knowledge. 

Other duties as assigned.