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VACANCY:  The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a Library Media Specialist position for the 2026-2027 school year.
JOB SUMMARY:  The library media specialist is responsible to the building Principal for: planning instructional lessons that meet the needs, interests and abilities of students as well as address state standards; creating an environment that is conducive to learning; and employing effective instructional strategies. In addition the Library Media Specialist is also responsible for providing an environment that fosters an appreciation of literature and literature sharing with students as well as assisting teachers with literature to support the K-5 Curriculum.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
 

• Provide innovative instruction in the use of the media center and its materials so that each contact with the media center is a growing experience.
• Coordinate activities designed to promote use and appreciation of LMC resources.
• Suggest materials to teachers for utilization in the classroom and media center and encourages teacher to help in the process of selecting new materials to supplement the educational program.
• Interpret media center goals, accomplishments, and needs to the school community and is a catalyst to school personnel to improve the use of the media center.
• Coordinate and participate in the planning and implementation of an information skills continuum including information retrieval, and utilization of resources.
• Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment.
• Manage circulation of materials, media and equipment. Complete an annual inventory, including AV equipment, of a designated portion of the library materials and removes obsolete and worn materials from the collection.
• Coordinate routine and annual maintenance of equipment.
• Assess and collect fees for lost or damaged items.
• Prepare bibliographies and lists of resources and coordinates a selection of materials for reserve collections and special units of study.
• Help students choose a variety of appropriate materials based on their needs.
• Make recommendations for maximum utilization of dollars as appropriated as well as spent for the media center and keeps abreast of current materials and evaluate, selects and requisitions new media materials.
• Maintain a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all media materials and instructs teacher, library aides, and students in the use of the system.
• Schedule the use of the LMC and computer lab ensuring for efficient use of facilities.
• Coordinate technology needs for the LMC and for building providing technical assistance to staff at the building level.
• Utilizes and supports the use of the computer as an instructional resource.
• Make recommendations for maximum utilization of dollars as appropriated as well as spent for the media center.
• Collaborate with teachers and serve on appropriate school and district committees.
• Supervise volunteers and/or aides in the performance of their duties.
• Enforce and support District and School policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.
• Participate in professional development activities that improve the LMC and provide an effective library resource program that supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the school.
• Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day.

 
QUALIFICATIONS:          

• Applicant must hold appropriate State of Illinois Elementary Certificate (Type 03) or Special Certificate (Type 10) with Library Media Specialist Endorsement
• Previous experience as a media specialist or classroom teacher preferred
• Masters Degree in Library Science preferred
• Ability to provide instructional support in the areas of instructional technology, selection and implementation of materials needed for various study programs
• Ability to maintain an accurate inventory of all media materials
• Knowledge of staff development and program improvement activities
• Ability to work closely with parents, teachers, and supervisors to establish effective communication

 
WORKING CONDITIONS:  Work is performed in an environment where unusual temperature, noise and hazards are relatively nonexistent. Work requires very infrequent lifting, pulling or pushing during the normal performance of tasks and responsibilities.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is in accordance with the teacher salary schedule.  The District offers excellent fringe benefits, including life, health and dental insurance.
PAY SCALE AND BENEFITS DISCLOSURE:

Salary is in accordance with the teacher salary schedule.

Benefits:

• Medical/Vision and Dental coverage through BCBSIL
• FSA and Dependent Daycare accounts
• Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Salary Advancement
• TRS contribution included in base salary
• 403B

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants should apply on line at www.vvsd.org and upload a letter of application with a resume and three (3) current letters of recommendation, dated within the last twelve (12) months.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:   The deadline for receiving applications is Open Until Filled.  Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable.
 

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