Warren County School System
6-8 Media Coordinator
JOB POSTING
TITLE: 6-8 Media Coordinator
POSITION TITLE: Media Coordinator
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Warren County Middle School
SALARY: Media Coordinator salary schedule
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Principal
SUPERVISES: None
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday
WORK HOURS: 40
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 Months
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Media Coordinator is responsible for serving in four interrelated roles within the school: Leader, Teacher
and Instructional Partner, Program Manager, and Information Specialist. In fulfilling these roles, the Media
Coordinator is responsible for working collaboratively with school administration and staff to develop a
library program that supports the curriculum; provides instructional leadership for the teaching of literacy
skills; develops and maintains a media center collection rich in both print and non-print materials; and
manages the media center as a flexible, multi-task learning environment. Via methods including one-on-one
consultation, staff development and relevant program planning through collaboration with other system
Media Coordinator and the Central Office, the Media Coordinator provides quality media programs to the
school and to the school district.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Degree from and accredited institution in Instructional Technology, Library Science, or related area.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Extensive knowledge of library media terminology and appropriate uses of media and technology to
enhance instruction and achievement
Extensive knowledge and understanding of the concepts, principles, and methodologies of teaching
and learning
Knowledge of personnel and marketing terminology
Considerable knowledge of the current literature, trends, methods and developments in the area of
media and instructional technology
Considerable knowledge of the principles of organization and administration
General knowledge of the County and School Board policies, procedures and standards regarding
primary and secondary education
General knowledge of the ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional
organizations and/or federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations
General knowledge of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and Common Core
Ability to custom-design instruction based upon student achievement data
Ability to identify and evaluate new and emerging technologies
Ability to use common audio-visual materials
Ability to use common office machines and specific computer driven word processing,spreadsheet,
Webpage construction, research and file maintenance programs
Ability to maintain complete and accurate records and statistics and to develop meaningful reports
from that information.
Ability to develop budgets for program expansion and implementation
Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Instructional Technology, Library Science or
related area
Experience in public school teaching and library media services
Any combination of training and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and
abilities
CERTIFICATION AND CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles
Current Library and MLS Certification Grades K-12 or qualified to receive applicable certification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in Library Sciences, Instructional Technology, Public
Administration or related field
Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience serving as a Media Specialist/ Instructional Technology
Resource in a public school or Central Office setting
Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience as a public-school teacher
Certification 078 Media Supervisor
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assess learning and information needs of students and staff
2. Plan and work collaboratively with teachers
3. Instruct students and staff regarding the effective use of ideas and information
4. Incorporate information literacy into day-to-day instruction
5. Advocate and promote reading and lifelong learning
6. Lead in the school's use of instructional technology to enhance learning
7. Upgrade professional knowledge and skills on a continual basis Work with the principal and school
leadership team to provide flexible access to school library media center resources
8. Create and maintain an environment conducive to learning
9. Encourage the widest possible use of print and electronic resources and services – within the school
library media center, throughout the school, and through remote access
10. Lead teachers, technology staff, and students in a collaborative process to select and evaluate
resources that address curricular needs and learning goals of students and teachers preparing them
for 21st century demands and skills
11. Keep accurate inventories of print, non-print, and technology materials and equipment
12. Work cooperatively with other libraries and agencies to share resources that enhance teaching and
learning
13. Adhere to copyright as well as other laws and guidelines pertaining to the distribution and use of
resources
14. Instruct students and teachers about copyright laws and guidelines to ensure compliance
15. Advocate for the principles of intellectual and academic freedom
16. Work with school staff to design and implement short- and long-range plans to ensure balance
between teaching, instructional technology, collaboration, collection development, and program
management
17. Evaluate the school library media program on a continual basis according to accepted
18. standards of quality
19. Organize school library media facilities and resources in a manner that supports the mission, goals,
and objectives of the school and maximizes intellectual and physical access to resources.
20. Lead in the budgetary process of the school through the Media and Technology Advisory Committee
to ensure equity of access to instructional materials
21. Lead the Media and Technology Advisory Committee in effective decision making to promote the
school library media program
22. Interact effectively with students, staff, administration, and the general public to promote and expand
the school library media program
23. Demonstrate professional integrity through ethical behavior
24. Prepare and submit accurate reports as required
25. Carry out assigned non-instructional duties and adhere to established laws, policies, rules, and
regulations
26. Plan and work collaboratively with teachers and other instructional staff
27. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Principal
Shift Type: Full-Time
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