5 Media Specialist jobs

QUALIFICATIONS: South Carolina certification as Media Specialist. Candidates eligible for alternative certification as approved by the South Carolina Department of Education will be considered.  Operates and supervises the library to which assigned. Evaluates, selects, and requisitions new media materials. Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials, and makes media center materials available to supplement the instructional program. Maintains a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all library materials, and instructs teachers and students on use of the system. Arranges for interlibrary loan of materials of interest or use to teachers. Works with teachers in planning those assignments likely to lead to extended use of media center resources. Promotes appropriate conduct of students using media center facilities. Helps students to develop habits of independent reference work and to develop skill in the use of reference materials in relation to planned assignments. Arranges frequently changing book-related displays and exhibits likely to interest the media center patrons. Supervises media clerk in the performance of duties. Participates actively in library and other educational and professional associations on the local, regional, state and national level. Performs all other duties as assigned. TERMS:195 days.  Salary and work year to be established by the Board. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Qualifications:   Holds appropriate SC certification or has applied for certification Experience as classroom teacher preferred             Reports To:   Principal   Job Summary   The job of Librarian/Media Specialist is done for the purpose of overseeing library/media operations in the school by maintaining library collections controls, documenting losses and monitoring procedures; implementing age appropriate programs for students utilizing library resources; selecting appropriate items in support of classroom instruction; and instructing students on the proper use of the library resource.     Performance Responsibilities   Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of the work activities (e.g. classroom instruction, multi-media presentations) Attends various staff meetings for the purpose of providing input and receiving information regarding the library and reference needs of the school Assists school personnel for the purpose of promoting reading and literacy in the school Coordinates request of individuals and/or sites (e.g. technical support, equipment requirements, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of audiovisual equipment for instructional use Develops library media resources for the purpose of providing accurate up-to-date information to students and staff Duplicates audio and videotapes for the purpose of maintaining an appropriate inventory for internal distribution Evaluates media equipment for the purpose of making repairs, providing technical support, diagnosing malfunctions and/or recommending acquisitions Operates a variety of media production equipment and systems (e.g. program channel, video tape, edit media, duplicate media, etc.) for the purpose of providing media production services Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and direction Complete job description located on our website: www.clover.k12.sc.us

To meet the informational and recreational needs of students, faculty, and parents, and to provide students with the tools for continuous learning.