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  • Library Media Coordinator

    Decatur Public Schools District #61

  • Library/Organization Address

    101 West Cerro Gordo Street
    Decatur, Illinois 62523

  • Employment Type

    Full-time

  • Hourly Wage/Salary Range

    https://www.dps61.org/cms/lib/IL50010903/Centricity/Domain/1143/WEB%20SIGNED%20DEA%20Agreement%202022-2026%20v3%20with%20MOUs.pdf

  • About the Organization

  • Job Description and Responsibilities


    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    (Following are essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)
    Provide support and direction for library media services.
    Facilitate alignment of district curriculum, instruction, professional development, information media, technology, and assessment practices within the library media program.
    Provide support and leadership in ongoing professional development focused on the goals of the library media program.
    Maintain library media coordinator responsibilities in designated areas as required.
    Provide leadership in "best practices" grounded in scientifically-based research in literacy and future ready libraries.
    Mentor and support the library media staff to insure continuation of programs and instruction. Support the library media needs of districts teachers, specialists, and coordinators.
    Select library media materials for the elementary libraries and support other certified library staff members in the selection of library media materials.
    Oversee the acquisition, processing, and circulation of library media materials as required.
    Work with teachers to coordinate electronic and traditional library materials, technology resources, and activities with the curriculum.
    Provide ongoing collection analysis and development through weeding for elementary libraries staffed by Library Media Assistants.
    Supports district Kids+Books=Success! free book distribution program, School District Library Grant, and other grants as applicable.
    Implement applicable grants to enhance the library media program.
    Manage and support the library circulation database system in affiliation with Illinois Heartland Library System.
    Oversee and implement district library media budget. Manage elementary library budgets. Oversee middle and high school library budgets.
    Prepare required reports for local, regional, state, and federal entities.
    Oversee processes, procedures, and staff associated with the District Learning Resource Center.
    Inspire the use and enjoyment of the library by students, staff, and teachers.
    Promote reading as a source of enjoyment for all students, staff, and teachers and make available traditional print, electronic print, and non-print materials which will encourage reading.
    Provide professional development for library media staff aligned with the goals of the library, including the library circulation database system, Illinois Heartland Library System, and current information media best practices.
    Work with the building principal in planning expenditures and organization of the library media facilities as needed.
    Advise school leadership and district staff in the advancement of literacy and library media technology for the needs of the district.
    Serve as the liaison with agencies outside of the district, including local agencies, consortium libraries, and vendors.
    Other duties as assigned.

  • Minimum Requirements to Apply

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Five years of successful library teaching experience preferred
    Possesses Illinois State Teaching Certificate and Library Information Specialist Endorsement Required
    Master’s Degree in Education, Library Science, or Information Media preferred
    Experience which demonstrates leadership and organizational skills
    Able to organize time, space, materials, and groups
    Able to recommend, implement and evaluate instructional strategies and materials in required curriculum area using both electronic and traditional materials and technology resources
    Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    Exhibits knowledge and characteristics of a future ready librarian
    Functions as a team member
    Able to propose, develop and implement staff development training

  • Benefits Offered

    Other

    https://www.dps61.org/Page/165

  • Position Start Date

  • How to Apply

    https://www.applitrack.com/dps61/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=%22library%20media%20coordinator%22

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