Saline Area Schools
Part Time Media Specialist
Saline Area Schools, Saline, Michigan, United States, 48176
Part Time Media Specialist at Heritage Elementary
Monday - Friday 8:25AM - 12:10PM
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the direct supervision of the Building Principal, to teach media literacy skills and maintain the library for all Heritage students, grades 4-5, and staff; to assist students and staff in accessing educational materials, learning resources, technology and online educational programming.
The Saline Area Schools strives to hire individuals who are intrinsically motivated; have a deep desire to grow professionally; believe children deserve to learn in an environment that is the least restrictive and reflective of the highest level of cultural competence; possess a strong work-ethic; are committed to providing children with boundless opportunities; and who understand that equity, inclusion and social justice are essential to the success of a media specialist in the 21st Century.
SALARY
Per the SEA Agreement
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education/CertificationCertification/License: State of Michigan Certification as an Elementary TeacherLibrary Media (ND) Endorsement or ZG EndorsementPreferred Experience
1-3 years serving as a Media Specialist in an elementary school.Relevant training and expertise in library media technology and organization.Prior training in diversity, equity and inclusion.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Creates a welcoming environment for students, staff and guests in the Media Center.Instruct students in the areas of literature & authors, technology and its application, and acquiring information both from books and the internet.Assists students in locating instructional materials, and in developing knowledge, skill and abilities to gain independence and fully utilize the media center materials and resources.Maintains media materials and communicates with families about overdue materials.Maintains the media center webpage as a resource or families, students and staff.Assists in maintaining the circulation desk operations, circulation files, checking out resources, including technology.Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities.Supervision of students who utilize the media center to access online learning, including attendance and maintaining weekly two-way communication.Operate educational technology as needed, act as a resource for staff in operating educational technology equipment.Communicates to students/staff regarding educational materials available in the media center.Serves as a reference guide for students.Arranges book displays, exhibits and other items to provide an appropriate learning resource environment and maximize students' interest in reading and learning.Curates the selection of media center materials and resources, and in weeding out old outdated materials and books, manage collection to include materials that expose students to materials culturally rich and diverse backgroundsNOTE:
While the basic functions of this position are the same for the various levels of school media center personnel, each successively higher level requires greater responsibility, ability to supervise and run the media center's operations, ability to lead and train others, a higher degree of education or training, greater computer skills, more related experience, and/or other attributes that distinguish it from any lower level(s).
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
EQUIPMENT
Use standard media center equipment, such as computers, projector and copiers.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Exemplary, regular and predictable attendance is required for this positionRead and carry out directions by administration and to communicate with colleagues in the building and district.Use necessary technology and instruct students in their use (including creating and organizing documents, understanding and organizing Google and using the Internet to conduct research).Work with a diverse group of individuals including being able to adapt lessons to the needs of diverse learners.Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.Collaborate with colleagues to create the best learning environment for students.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.Report work orally or in writing to supervisor, as required.Effective writing and communication skills.Stay current in the world of middle grade literature.Knowledge of mentor texts that teach cultural competency.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS, WORK HAZARDS
Works in standard office, classroom, Media Center and school building environments.
APPLICATION METHOD
EXTERNAL CANDIDATES:
All interested and qualified external applicants must complete an application and upload all necessary documents on the Talent Ed Website (please visit our HR web page at: https://saline.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx# to access the SAS Job Openings. All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until the position has been filled.
INTERNAL CANDIDATES : All interested and qualified internal applicants must submit a letter of interest and a current resume via email to Megan DeGrand (degrandm@salineschools.org). All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until filled.
NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
Monday - Friday 8:25AM - 12:10PM
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under the direct supervision of the Building Principal, to teach media literacy skills and maintain the library for all Heritage students, grades 4-5, and staff; to assist students and staff in accessing educational materials, learning resources, technology and online educational programming.
The Saline Area Schools strives to hire individuals who are intrinsically motivated; have a deep desire to grow professionally; believe children deserve to learn in an environment that is the least restrictive and reflective of the highest level of cultural competence; possess a strong work-ethic; are committed to providing children with boundless opportunities; and who understand that equity, inclusion and social justice are essential to the success of a media specialist in the 21st Century.
SALARY
Per the SEA Agreement
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education/CertificationCertification/License: State of Michigan Certification as an Elementary TeacherLibrary Media (ND) Endorsement or ZG EndorsementPreferred Experience
1-3 years serving as a Media Specialist in an elementary school.Relevant training and expertise in library media technology and organization.Prior training in diversity, equity and inclusion.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Creates a welcoming environment for students, staff and guests in the Media Center.Instruct students in the areas of literature & authors, technology and its application, and acquiring information both from books and the internet.Assists students in locating instructional materials, and in developing knowledge, skill and abilities to gain independence and fully utilize the media center materials and resources.Maintains media materials and communicates with families about overdue materials.Maintains the media center webpage as a resource or families, students and staff.Assists in maintaining the circulation desk operations, circulation files, checking out resources, including technology.Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities.Supervision of students who utilize the media center to access online learning, including attendance and maintaining weekly two-way communication.Operate educational technology as needed, act as a resource for staff in operating educational technology equipment.Communicates to students/staff regarding educational materials available in the media center.Serves as a reference guide for students.Arranges book displays, exhibits and other items to provide an appropriate learning resource environment and maximize students' interest in reading and learning.Curates the selection of media center materials and resources, and in weeding out old outdated materials and books, manage collection to include materials that expose students to materials culturally rich and diverse backgroundsNOTE:
While the basic functions of this position are the same for the various levels of school media center personnel, each successively higher level requires greater responsibility, ability to supervise and run the media center's operations, ability to lead and train others, a higher degree of education or training, greater computer skills, more related experience, and/or other attributes that distinguish it from any lower level(s).
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
EQUIPMENT
Use standard media center equipment, such as computers, projector and copiers.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Exemplary, regular and predictable attendance is required for this positionRead and carry out directions by administration and to communicate with colleagues in the building and district.Use necessary technology and instruct students in their use (including creating and organizing documents, understanding and organizing Google and using the Internet to conduct research).Work with a diverse group of individuals including being able to adapt lessons to the needs of diverse learners.Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.Collaborate with colleagues to create the best learning environment for students.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.Report work orally or in writing to supervisor, as required.Effective writing and communication skills.Stay current in the world of middle grade literature.Knowledge of mentor texts that teach cultural competency.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS, WORK HAZARDS
Works in standard office, classroom, Media Center and school building environments.
APPLICATION METHOD
EXTERNAL CANDIDATES:
All interested and qualified external applicants must complete an application and upload all necessary documents on the Talent Ed Website (please visit our HR web page at: https://saline.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx# to access the SAS Job Openings. All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until the position has been filled.
INTERNAL CANDIDATES : All interested and qualified internal applicants must submit a letter of interest and a current resume via email to Megan DeGrand (degrandm@salineschools.org). All letters of interest, resumes and applications must be received no later than the deadline listed or until filled.
NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.