K-5 Library Media Specialist, Regional School Unit #3, Unity ME

Posted April 23, 2014

RSU 3 is seeking a Library Media Specialist for six elementary school libraries in RSU 3.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

State of Maine certification for Library Media Specialist with 071 endorsement is a must, MLS from an ALA accredited graduate program required, experience at the pre K-5 grade level.
Applicant must also hold or be eligible for Maine State authorization/fingerprinting.
Highly skilled in technology and its application to the learning process.
Proficient in the integration of information literacy skills in a proficiency-based curriculum.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Keeps records of student use, circulation, purchases and losses; provides regular reports on the libraries as required by the administration and as needed for planning purposes.
Plans, administers, supervises and evaluates the library centers of 5 elementary schools, developing policies to ensure efficient operation and optimal service.
Takes a leading role in the preparation and administration of elementary school library budgets in conjunction with the District’s coordinator of libraries and building principals.
Maintains an efficient system of classifying, cataloging, and circulating all materials.
Works with administration and curriculum leaders to ensure information literacy outcomes are a focus of instruction in our proficiency-based education curriculum.
Provides leadership in the integration of technology into all areas of the curriculum and the instructional practices of each facility.

This position will be filled upon hiring a qualified applicant.

Please submit cover letter, resume, and three current letters of reference.

Visit our website at: www.rsu3.org for an application.

Mail to:

Superintendent of Schools

84 School Street

Unity, ME 04988-9734

EOE