JOB TITLE: Information Literacy Specialist 
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Principal
COMPENSATION PLAN: Teacher Salary Schedule
DEPT./SCHOOL: K-12 Campus

Work Days:  190

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Supervise and manage the school library media center. Provide services and resources to students, staff, and parents that promote reading and assist students in developing skills in locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and using information. Serve as teacher, materials expert, and curriculum adviser to involve the library media center in the instructional programs of the school.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree From Accredited College or University
Valid Texas Librarian or Learning Resources Specialist Certificate or Endorsement preferred

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Knowledge of Library Science
Strong Organizational, Communication, and Interpersonal Skills
Ability to instruct and manage student behavior

EXPERIENCE:
Three years experience as a classroom teacher preferred
Work experience in library media center in public school setting preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Effectively plan the school library program to meet identified needs.

2. Provide group instruction and individual user guidance for students in location of resources and use of research techniques.

3. Consult and plan with teachers on the appropriate use and convenient scheduling of materials for classroom instruction.

4. Inform users of library media center materials and provide staff development opportunities for teachers in the availability and utilization of local and district learning resources.

5. Assist in the preparation of bibliographies and curriculum guides.

6. Manage the acquisition, processing, organization, distribution, maintenance, and inventory of resources.

7. Compile budget and cost estimates based upon documented program needs.

8. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

9. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local board in the area of library media services.

10. Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the school district.

11. Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors and colleagues.

12. Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.

13. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.

14. Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities.

15. Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the library media program and implement changes based on the findings.

16. Create a library media center environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.

17. Administer discipline in accordance with board policies and administrative regulations.

18. Interact with students to promote positive attitudes toward the school library.

19. Notify users of new materials, equipment and services on a regular basis.

20. Collect information about user interests and needs and route relevant information and materials to appropriate groups.

21. Plan and direct the activities of aides, clerks, volunteers, and student assistants.

22. Develop a useful, relevant professional collection.

23. Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignment.

24. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

25. Articulate the district’s mission and goals in the area of library media services to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.

26. Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.

27. Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.

28. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervise clerical aide(s), student aides, and volunteers

EQUIPMENT USED:
Copier, computer, file server and typewriter


WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate (verbally and written); ability to instruct; maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress; climbing, stretching, frequent light lifting of books and boxes.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.