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About the Role

The Library Media Specialist (LMS) is responsible for working collaboratively with the School Administration to develop and coordinate library and educational technology programs that support the curriculum. The LMS interacts daily with students, teachers, administrators, and other district staff, supervising and managing the school library/media center by developing and maintaining a rich collection of print and non-print materials. They will also provide services and resources that allow students to develop skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information to solve problems, serving as a teacher, materials expert, technology expert, and curriculum advisor.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with colleagues and administration to establish evidence-based, measurable goals driven by the school improvement plan, and to assist with evaluating the effectiveness and quality of the school library program.
Ensure the effective integration of the American Association of School Librarians' learning standards through the use of coaching and cooperative teaching methods.
Serve as an advocate for the school's library programs and services by utilizing a variety of communication and technology tools.
Participate in professional growth activities that result in enhanced knowledge of best practices in school library programs.
Collaborate with staff to select, implement, and adapt information literacy skills in support of curriculum across all content areas.
Implement and manage all library resources.
Ensure equitable and ethical use of information.
Teach students to follow an inquiry process as they ask questions, evaluate and collect information from multiple sources to construct understanding by thinking critically.
Encourage the use of instructional technology to engage students and to improve learning.
Provide 24/7 access to digital information resources for the entire learning community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science or related subject required
Master’s Degree preferred
Library Media Specialist Certification preferred
Previous experience in a High School setting preferred

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science or related subject
Master’s Degree
Library Media Specialist Certification

Salary/Compensations

$62,500 - $85,000

About the Company

The Academy Charter Schools offers an exceptional interdisciplinary curriculum in a technology rich environment that challenges students to explore connections across subjects and use experiential learning to bridge the gaps between theory and practice.
The Academy’s focus on character development and community service cultivates a student body poised to be active, engaged and responsible members of the community.

Equal Opportunity

The Academy is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.