- Position Type:
Library & Media Services/Librarian
- Date Posted:
5/2/2025
- Location:
Campus To Be Determined
- Closing Date:
08/12/2025
Pay Grade: 820 (Min $329.73 per day)
Work Days: 185
Primary Purpose:
Administer a dynamic and functional library media center and program. Develop independent, literate users of ideas and information.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification: - Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training
- Valid Texas school librarian certification
Special Knowledge/Skills: - Familiarity with all aspects of library and information sciences
- Proficient in working with media/computer technologies
- Possess strong organizational, communication, public relations and interpersonal skills
Experience: - Two years classroom teaching experience in a public or accredited private school
Major Responsibilities and Duties: - Provide educational resources in a variety of formats to support and extend the curriculum of the school and to meet individual student needs
- Collaborate with teachers to plan and provide Library Media Center activities and instruction in information literacy within the context of content curriculum
- Provide library activities, which extend and enrich the curriculum and which encourage independent, life-long learning
- Acquire materials not available in the campus Library Media Center through inter-library loan as needed for students and teachers
- Schedule the use of the library facility, resources, and personnel to provide optimal library experiences for students through flexible access
- Preview new books and other instructional media for recommendation for purchase by the district
- Organize materials and equipment for easy accessibility and use
- Schedule and circulate needed equipment or resources
- Promote care and maintenance of all Library Media Center equipment and resources
- Prepare budget requests, administer library budgets, and maintain appropriate records
- Promote ethical behavior in the use of district technology and information sources as demonstrated through responsible actions by students and staff
- Use publicity, motivational activities, and exhibits/displays to promote an atmosphere conducive to learning
- Deal sensitively and fairly with all persons
- Secure and maintain a balanced collection, which supports the basic school program
- Ensure that teachers and students can access learning resources in a timely, efficient manner
- Inform teachers of new resources and equipment and facilitates their use
- Incorporate district policies and procedures into the campus library media center
- Support and encourage the implementation of plans for improved student behavior that reflects enhanced opportunities for learning
- Incorporate district and campus policies and procedures into the campus Library Media Center
- Comply with all District requirements concerning continuing staff development
- Utilize information and insights gained in professional development programs for self-improvement
- Strive to improve leadership skills through self-initiated professional development activities
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible
- Encourage and promote parental, student and community involvement in the Library Media Center program
- Demonstrate awareness of school/community needs and initiates activities to meet those identified needs
- Project a positive image to the community through communication, involvement, and personal conduct
- Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow direction from supervisor
- Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
- Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands: - Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: - District wide and / or statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; work with frequent interruptions; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
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