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

 

Salary Range Teacher Salary - Teacher Salary / Per Month