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Mahtomedi Public Schools

Media Specialist - Elementary

Mahtomedi Public Schools, Stillwater, Minnesota, us, 55083


Position Type:Teacher/Grades K - 5

Date Posted:7/9/2024

Location:Wildwood Elementary

Date Available:2024-2025 School Year Position is full-time, for the 2023-2024 school year and part of the teacher bargaining unit and based at Wildwood Elementary. Salary and benefits part of Master Agreement

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a valid MN K-12 Media Specialist teaching license or able to obtain the appropriate license from PELSB, Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Summary: The Media Specialist provides the leadership and expertise necessary to develop, implement and maintain an information media program that is equitable for all and reflects the mission, goals, and vision of the school and district. The Media Specialist provides:

technology and information literacy skills instruction based on state and national standardscollaborates and consults with staff for the purpose of integrating technology and information literacy skills into subject matter instructionadministers media center operations, programming and resources

Qualifications:

Appropriate licensurePrevious teaching experience in a media specialist role preferredProven leadership skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, families and studentsExcellent communication skills including verbal and written

Key Responsibilities:

Works with all students to locate and effectively and ethically use 21st century tools and informational resources to support their personalized learningEnrich and support classroom instruction by assisting teachers in the integration of media and technological hardware and software into district curriculum and classroom lesson plansMaintains current and in-depth knowledge of research and best practices in all aspects of the library media field that affect student learning and school and district policies and programsDirects all activities related to the management of the library media program, including acquisition, maintenance, circulation, inventory, and use of print and electronic resources and equipmentParticipates in setting the district's vision and strategic plan for digital learning and fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation to empower teachers and learnersFoster a community where all people are valued, respected, seen and heardInspire robust academics, critical and creative thinking and continuous personal growthCreate world-class learning experiences that integrate multiple perspectivesAttend department, school and parent meetings or functionsOther job-related duties as assigned

Mahtomedi Public Schools will not discriminated against individuals based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age or sexual orientation.